Lakers
/lakeɾs/from spelling rules
The English phrase "lakers" is translated into Spanish as Lakers.
This term refers to the professional basketball team based in Los Angeles.
How do you pronounce it?
/lakeɾs/
Did you know?
- In Spanish sports journalism, the team is often called el conjunto angelino, using the adjective angelino to link the team to the city of angels.
- Spanish speakers often use the verb encestar to describe a Laker scoring, a word specifically for the action of the ball passing through the hoop.
- In Spanish sports commentary, you will often hear the phrase los de Los Ángeles to refer to the team, avoiding the English name entirely.
Examples in context
- La conferencia de prensa contará con la presencia de la directiva de Los Lakers.The press conference will feature the presence of the Los Lakers management.
- El equipo de Los Lakers ha ganado numerosos campeonatos a lo largo de su historia.The Lakers team has won numerous championships throughout its history.
- Me gusta mucho ver a los Lakers.I really like watching the Lakers.
- Los Lakers jugarán esta noche.The Lakers will play tonight.
- ¿Eres fan de los Lakers?Are you a Lakers fan?
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about basketball at a cafe.
- Lucía¿Vas a ver el partido de los Lakers?Are you going to watch the Lakers game?
- AlejandroSí, no me perdería a los Lakers por nada.Yes, I wouldn't miss the Lakers for anything.
- Lucía¡Qué bien! Alejandro, ¿quieres ir al bar conmigo?Great! Alejandro, do you want to go to the bar with me?
- AlejandroClaro, me parece un buen plan.Sure, sounds like a good plan.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
