gold medal

• Medalha de ouro é o prêmio máximo concedido ao vencedor de uma competição, especialmente no esporte, simbolizando o primeiro lugar ou um nível de campeão.

A gold medal is the highest award given to the winner of a competition, especially in sports, symbolizing first place or championship achievement.

1. First place awardA2formal

   A medal made of or colored like gold, awarded to the winner of a competition, especially in sports.

   Medalha de ouro

   • She won a gold medal in the 100-meter sprint.
   • The team proudly displayed their gold medals after the championship.
   • He trained for years to earn an Olympic gold medal.

2. Symbol of excellenceB2informal

   Used metaphorically to represent the highest achievement or best performance in any field.

   Símbolo de excelência

   • That restaurant deserves a gold medal for its amazing service.
   • Her presentation was a gold medal performance in the conference.
   • He won the gold medal for the most creative solution in the competition.