What does it mean word for word?
The word lograrlo is composed of the verb lograr, which means to achieve or attain and the object pronoun lo, which means it.
Which one should you use?
While lograrlo focuses on the achievement of a goal or task, the verb llegar (to arrive) is often used more naturally when 'make it' specifically refers to arriving at a physical destination or a specific time. Additionally, conseguirlo is a common synonym for lograrlo when you want to express the idea of successfully obtaining or achieving something.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the infinitive form, the pronoun lo is attached to the end of the verb to form lograrlo. However, when using conjugated forms, the pronoun moves to the front of the verb, such as in la logras, lo logramos or lo lograron.
How do you pronounce it?
/loɡɾaɾlo/
Did you know?
- The noun form logro is the standard term used in Spanish video game menus to describe 'achievements' or trophies earned by the player.
- While lograrlo describes the result of success, Spanish uses the poetic phrase hacer camino to describe 'making it' as the act of carving out one's own destiny in life.
- In the context of professional fame or public victory, triunfar is preferred over lograrlo because it carries a sense of grandeur and public recognition.
Examples in context
- Si te das prisa, puedes lograrlo.If you hurry, you can make it.This sentence shows how to use lograrlo to express that someone is able to succeed if they act quickly.Tatoeba #1747188 by Shishir, translation #662668 by bluepie88
- Si vas a cocinar la paella, hazlo bien. No olvides el azafrán.If you are going to cook paella, do it well. Don't forget the saffron.
- Por favor, realízalo de forma eficientePlease, do it efficiently
- Amigo, ¡hazlo rápido!Friend, do it quickly!
- Por favor, realícenlo con dedicaciónPlease, do it with dedication
- Hazlo con estiloDo it with style
- Es un camino difícil, pero vas a lograrlo.It is a difficult path, but you are going to make it.
Example conversation
Daniel is trying to arrive at a concert on time.
- Elena¿Crees que llegarás a tiempo para el concierto?Do you think you will make it to the concert on time?
- DanielNo estoy seguro, pero voy a intentar lograrlo.I am not sure, but I am going to try to make it.
- Elena¡Ánimo, Daniel! Tú puedes lograrlo.Come on, Daniel! You can make it.
- DanielGracias, Elena. Espero que sí.Thanks, Elena. I hope so.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry lograrlo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
