Pegada (en. Punch)

/peˈɡa.ða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Translation: Adherence or union of one thing with another.
Translation: The hit of the seal on the envelope was very strong.
La pegada del sello en el sobre fue muy fuerte.
Translation: Blow or impact that leaves a mark or impression.
Translation: The hit of the ball on the window broke the glass.
La pegada del balón en la ventana rompió el cristal.
Translation: The ability of a product to adhere to another.
Translation: The adhesion of this adhesive is impressive.
La pegada de este adhesivo es impresionante.

Etymology

Translation: From the verb "pegar," which comes from the Latin 'pincĕre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Translation: to deliver a good hit
Translation: to deliver an effective or forceful blow.
dar un buen pegada
Translation: to have a strong hit
Translation: to have a strong influence or impact on something.
tener una pegada fuerte
Translation: the hit of the moment
Translation: something that has a lot of resonance or popularity at a given moment.
la pegada del momento

Related Words

Translation: to stick
Translation: To join or bind something with another using an adhesive.
pegar
Translation: adhesive
Translation: Substance used to join things.
adhesivo
Translation: impact
Translation: Effect or result of a blow or collision.
impacto

Slang Meanings

Translation: The way someone stands out or impacts a situation.
Translation: That song has a hit that makes it unforgettable.
Esa canción tiene una pegada que la hace inolvidable.
Translation: It refers to a good bond or connection between people.
Translation: We get along very well; there is good chemistry between us.
Nos llevamos muy bien, hay buena pegada entre nosotros.