kart
/kaɾt/from spelling rules
The English phrase "go kart" is translated into Spanish as kart.
The term kart refers to a small open four-wheeled vehicle used for racing on a track. To express the action of driving one, you can use the phrase conducir un kart (to drive a go-kart). Additionally, the activity of driving these vehicles is often referred to as karting.
How do you pronounce it?
/kaɾt/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, people use the word carrito to refer to a go-kart. While it literally means 'little car', it can also refer to a shopping cart or a baby stroller depending on the context.
- Spain has a deeply rooted culture of karting that serves as the primary talent scout system for Formula 1. Most Spanish racing legends, including Fernando Alonso, began their careers in local kart competitions.
- The phrase hacer karting uses the verb hacer (to do/make) instead of the more intuitive conducir (to drive). This treats the activity more like a hobby or a sport one 'performs' rather than a vehicle one simply 'operates'.
Examples in context
- El kart es muy rápido.The go kart is very fast.
- Queremos alquilar un kart hoy.We want to rent a go kart today.
- Ese kart es de color rojo.That go kart is red.
Example conversation
Mateo and Sofía are at a racing track.
- Mateo¿Quieres conducir un kart, Sofía?Do you want to drive a go kart, Sofía?
- SofíaSí, me encanta la velocidad.Yes, I love speed.
- MateoEse kart azul es el mejor.That blue go kart is the best.
- Sofía¡Vamos a correr, Mateo!Let's race, Mateo!
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
