partido de golf
/paɾtido de ɡolf/from spelling rules
The English phrase "golf match" is translated into Spanish as partido de golf.
partido de golf refers to a competitive game of golf played between two or more players.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain and other Spanish-speaking European countries, partida de golf is commonly used to mean "golf game".
How do you pronounce it?
/paɾtido de ɡolf/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking regions, the word partido can also mean a 'political party', which could cause a humorous misunderstanding in a specific context.
- The word golf originates from the Middle Scots word golfbor before being adopted into Spanish.
- While partido is used for golf, Spanish speakers use the word encuentro to describe a 'clash' or a high-stakes meeting between two rival golfers.
Examples in context
- Mañana voy a jugar un partido de golf.Tomorrow I am going to play a golf match.
- El partido de golf fue muy emocionante.The golf match was very exciting.
- ¿A qué hora empieza el partido de golf?What time does the golf match start?
Example conversation
Daniel and Sofía are talking about their weekend plans.
- DanielHola Sofía, ¿quieres venir al partido de golf?Hi Sofía, do you want to come to the golf match?
- SofíaSí, me encantaría ir con Daniel.Yes, I would love to go with Daniel.
- DanielEl partido de golf empieza a las diez.The golf match starts at ten.
- SofíaPerfecto, nos vemos allí mañana.Perfect, I will see you there tomorrow.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, golf, partido, CC BY-SA 4.0.
