This is the 862nd most frequent Spanish word.
alcanzó
"Reached" or "achieved."
Here, 'alcanzó' is used to describe a physical act of catching or intercepting an object swiftly.
Ella alcanzó el plato antes de que cayera al suelo.
She grabbed the plate before it fell to the ground.
The word 'alcanzó' here indicates achieving a goal or destination, specifically reaching the top of the mountain as a result of physical effort.
Él alcanzó la cima de la montaña después de una larga caminata.
He reached the mountain's summit after a long hike.
In this usage, 'alcanzó' refers to achieving success or a favorable outcome, emphasizing the attainment of victory.