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    Patada (en. Kick)

    /paˈtaða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A sudden movement of the leg or foot performed to hit something or someone.
    He kicked the ball.
    Le dio una patada a la pelota.
    A penalty in football for a foul committed.
    The referee called a kick inside the area.
    El árbitro sancionó una patada dentro del área.
    Action of an animal that strikes with its paw.
    The horse kicked to get rid of the insect.
    El caballo dio una patada para desprenderse del insecto.

    Etymology

    It originates from the verb 'patear', which means to hit with the foot.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give a kick
    To make a blow with the foot.
    dar una patada
    drowning person's kick
    A desperate action taken in difficult moments.
    patada de ahogado
    kick at the door
    A sudden and unexpected entrance.
    patada en la puerta

    Related Words

    paw
    Lower limb of some animals, including humans.
    pata
    kicking
    Action of kicking.
    pateo
    to kick
    To hit with the foot.
    patear

    Slang Meanings

    Kick when referring to an effective or impactful action.
    That strategy was a kick that surprised everyone.
    Esa estrategia fue una patada que sorprendió a todos.
    Used in the context of a party or fun, referring to a good experience.
    The party was a blast.
    La fiesta estuvo de patada.