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    Puñetazo (en. Punch)

    /pu.ɲeˈta.θo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A blow struck with a closed fist.
    He punched him in the face.
    Le dio un puñetazo en la cara.
    Violent reaction in a physical conflict.
    The punch sparked a fight among those present.
    El puñetazo desató una pelea entre los presentes.
    Action of hitting with force and determination.
    The boxer threw a devastating punch.
    El boxeador lanzó un puñetazo devastador.

    Etymology

    It derives from 'puño', which refers to a closed hand, combined with the suffix -azo, which indicates a blow.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give a punch
    To strike with a closed fist.
    dar un puñetazo
    with a punch
    Using the force of a blow delivered with the fist.
    con un puñetazo
    to receive a punch
    To suffer a blow delivered with a closed fist.
    recibir un puñetazo

    Related Words

    fist
    The closed hand used in a blow.
    puño
    hit
    Collision or impact that causes damage.
    golpe
    fight
    Physical conflict between people.
    pelea

    Slang Meanings

    Blunt blow
    He landed a punch that left him dazed.
    Le metió un puñetazo que lo dejó aturdido.
    Quick reaction
    Sometimes, a punch is the best response in a discussion.
    A veces, un puñetazo es la mejor respuesta en una discusión.