succeed in

/səkˈsiːd ɪn/
achieve a goal or task

She succeeded in passing the exam after months of hard work.

She achieved passing the exam after months of hard work.


general

To achieve or accomplish something, especially after effort or difficulty.

With persistence, he succeeded in learning a new language.

He achieved learning a new language through persistence.

The team succeeded in completing the project ahead of schedule.

The team accomplished the project before the expected time.

This phrase emphasizes the achievement of a specific goal or task, often after overcoming challenges.

Collocations

succeed in doing somethingto achieve a specific action

Related Phrases

succeed atphrase
to be good at something
succeed in doingphrase
to achieve a specific action

Pro Tip

Usage Context

Use 'succeed in' when referring to a specific goal or task that has been achieved, especially after effort or difficulty.

Gold Rule

Correct Usage

Always follow 'succeed in' with a gerund (-ing form) or a noun phrase to specify the goal or task achieved.

Word Origin

Derived from the verb 'succeed' (from Old French 'succeder') and the preposition 'in', forming a phrase that emphasizes the completion of a specific task or goal.

Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used to describe the successful completion of a task or goal, often after effort or difficulty. It is versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Word Breakdown

succeed
to achieve or accomplish
root
+
in
within the context of
preposition
English Dictionary