Boxear (en. Box)

/boʊˈkeɪər/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To engage in a sports activity that consists of fighting using fists.
I like to box because it is excellent exercise.
Me gusta boxear porque es un excelente ejercicio.
To train in boxing.
She boxes three times a week.
Ella boxea tres veces por semana.
To hit an opponent with fists, typically in a ring.
The boxer decided to box more aggressively in the last round.
El boxeador decidió boxear con más agresividad en el último asalto.

Etymology

It derives from the English 'to box', related to the practice of boxing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

box like a professional
To practice or compete in boxing with a high level of skill.
boxear como un profesional
you shouldn't box in the street
Warning against fighting outside a safe and regulated context.
no hay que boxear en la calle
train to box
To prepare physically and mentally to compete in boxing.
entrenar para boxear

Related Words

boxing
A combat sport in which two people fight using only their fists.
boxeo
boxer
A person who practices boxing.
boxeador

Slang Meanings

To knock someone out in a fight.
He left him knocked out when he hit him on the jaw.
Lo dejó boxeado cuando le dio un golpe en la mandíbula.
To do something with a lot of strength or intensity.
They pressured that project until it was a success.
Ese proyecto lo boxearon hasta que fue un éxito.