golf
/ˈɡolf/masculine
The Spanish word for golf is golf.
golf is a masculine noun used to refer to the ball game.
Meaning: ball game (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun golf is masculine.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈɡolf/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, people use the verb golfear to describe the act of playing golf.
- The Spanish word golf was borrowed directly from English, originating from the Middle Scots word golfbor.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, professional golfers are called 'golfistas'. This suffix is commonly used to turn a noun into a person who practices a specific activity or sport.
Examples in context
- ¿Os gusta el golf?Do you like golf?This sentence is useful for asking if a group of people likes golf.Tatoeba #2454159 by Shishir, translation #855612 by Daga007
- Me encanta el golf.I love golf.This sentence is useful for expressing a strong liking for golf.Tatoeba #400000 by hayastan, translation #798254 by luna_moonsilver
- No soporto el golf.I can't stand golf.This sentence is useful for expressing a strong dislike for golf.Tatoeba #3357644 by marcelostockle, translation #1954888 by CK
- El golf es mi deporte favorito.Golf is my favorite sport.
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Example conversation
Lucía and Daniel are walking in a park.
- LucíaDaniel, ¿juegas al golf a menudo?Daniel, do you play golf often?
- DanielSí, practico el golf los sábados.Yes, I practice golf on Saturdays.
- LucíaEl golf parece un deporte difícil.Golf seems like a difficult sport.
- DanielEs un gran deporte para relajarse.It is a great sport for relaxing.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “golf” translations and entries golf, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries golf, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
