Kahoot
/kaoot/from spelling rules
Kahoot is the Spanish term for the game-based learning platform used in classrooms to create and play interactive quizzes.
The term refers to the specific online educational platform used for interactive quizzes.
How do you pronounce it?
/kaoot/
Did you know?
- Although 'Kahoot' is a proper noun, it is often used as a verb-like expression in Spanish classrooms, such as 'Vamos a kahootear' (Let's Kahoot), which is a common example of 'Spanglish' in modern education.
- When using Kahoot in Spanish, the term podio is used to describe the top three winners, mirroring the physical podiums used in Olympic sports.
- While 'Kahoot' is used globally, Spanish-speaking teachers often refer to it as 'un Kahoot' (a Kahoot) or even 'hacer un Kahoot' (to do a Kahoot), treating the brand name as a common noun for any quiz.
Examples in context
- Para esta presentación, utilizaremos la plataforma 'Kahoot' para hacer la encuesta interactiva con nuestros clientes.For this presentation, we will use the 'Kahoot' platform to conduct an interactive survey with our clients.
- Vamos a jugar un Kahoot en clase.We are going to play a Kahoot in class.
- ¿Tienes el código para el Kahoot?Do you have the code for the Kahoot?
- El profesor preparó un Kahoot muy divertido.The teacher prepared a very fun Kahoot.
Example conversation
Two students are in a classroom before the lesson starts.
- SofíaJavier, ¿estás listo para el Kahoot?Javier, are you ready for the Kahoot?
- JavierSí, Sofía. Ya abrí la aplicación.Yes, Sofía. I already opened the app.
- Sofía¡Mira! El profesor ya puso el código.Look! The teacher already put up the code.
- JavierPerfecto, voy a entrar ahora mismo.Perfect, I'm going to enter right now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
