bocas
/bokas/from spelling rules
The Spanish word for the game bocce is bocas.
The term refers to the lawn game similar to bowls or pétanque.
Meaning: A game similar to bowls or pétanque (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/bokas/
Did you know?
- While the game is often called bochas in parts of the Americas, the spelling bocas is more common in certain traditional Spanish dictionaries. This can lead to confusion, as bocas is also the plural of the word for 'mouths' in Spanish.
- The term bochas is closely linked to the Italian word 'bocce', reflecting the deep influence of Italian immigration on sports culture in countries like Argentina.
- In Argentina, the game is so culturally ingrained that bochas is often associated with social clubs that serve as community hubs rather than just sports venues.
Examples in context
- Vamos a echar una partida de petancaLet's play a game of petanca
Example conversation
Sofía and Daniel are at a park.
- Sofía¿Sabes jugar a las bocas, Daniel?Do you know how to play bocce, Daniel?
- DanielNo, pero me gustaría aprender.No, but I would like to learn.
- SofíaEs muy fácil y divertido.It is very easy and fun.
- DanielEntonces, enséñame a jugar.Then, teach me how to play.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
