ataque
noun
In Mexico "attack" is ataque as a noun and atacar as a verb. It covers a military or physical attack as well as a sudden episode, as in ataque de risa.
Meaning: violent or sudden action (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| ataque | noun |
| atacar | verb |
Common set phrases are ataque de risa for a fit of laughter, ataque de nervios for a nervous breakdown and ataque cardíaco for a heart attack.
Which one should you use?
In sports atacar and el ataque describe the offensive side of the game, while the opposite is la defensa.
Did you know?
- The command ¡Al ataque! is a classic rallying cry meaning "charge!" in Spanish.
Examples in context
- Hubo un ataque en la frontera.There was an attack at the border.
- Me dio un ataque de risa.I had a fit of laughter.
- El equipo ataca por la banda.The team attacks down the wing.
Example conversation
Hugo and Marta watch a football match at Hugo's house.
- HugoMira, ya van al ataque.Look, they are going on the attack now.
- MartaLa defensa está muy abierta.The defense is wide open.
- Hugo¡Gol!Goal!
