Porrazo (en. Whack)

/poˈraθo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Violent clash or impact.
The hit against the wall was so strong that it broke the glass.
El porrazo contra la pared fue tan fuerte que rompió el cristal.
Sudden accident or fall.
He had a fall when he tripped in the park.
Tuvo un porrazo al tropezar en el parque.
A blow given with force.
He received a blow when he fell off the bicycle.
Recibió un porrazo cuando se cayó de la bicicleta.

Etymology

From 'porra', which means stick or rod.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take a fall
To hit or collide with force.
dar un porrazo
blow to the head
Blow to the head due to a fall.
porrazo en la cabeza
don't hit your head
Advice to avoid an accident or fall.
no te des un porrazo

Related Words

porra
Stick or rod used for hitting.
porra
hit
Impact or action of striking.
golpe
fall
Descent or movement downward.
caída

Slang Meanings

A strong hit in a fight.
He gave him a smack in the face during the brawl.
Le dio un porrazo en la cara durante la riña.
Sudden and clumsy fall.
He fell heavily trying to jump over the fence.
Se dio un porrazo al intentar saltar la valla.