Gol (en. Goal)

/ɡol/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Action of scoring a point in a soccer game.
The team celebrated their goal with enthusiasm.
El equipo celebró su gol con entusiasmo.
Result of a soccer game when the ball enters the goal.
The goal was awarded after reviewing the VAR.
El gol fue concedido tras revisar el VAR.
Each of the points scored in a match.
The team scored four goals in the match.
La selección anotó cuatro goles en el partido.

Etymology

From the English 'goal', which refers to the same action in sports.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to score a goal
Scoring in a match.
marcar un gol
to celebrate a goal
Celebrating the successful score.
celebrar un gol
to make a goal
Making a score in the game.
hacer un gol

Related Words

goal scorer
Player who scores many goals.
goleador
goal (net)
Place where an attempt is made to score.
portería
ball
Sphere used to play.
balón

Slang Meanings

To achieve a great feat unexpectedly.
That idea was a great hit for the presentation.
Esa idea fue un golazo para la presentación.
Success in a complicated situation.
Landing that contract was a win.
Lograr ese contrato fue un gol.