partido
/paɾˈtido/
partido is the Spanish word for a match or a sporting event.
partido is the standard term for a sports match, such as a football match (partido de fútbol).
Which one should you use?
While partido refers to a sports match, the feminine form partida is used to mean a single round or match of a board game or card game. For an exciting or intense match, you might use the informal term partidazo.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of partido is partidos.
How do you pronounce it?
/paɾˈtido/
Did you know?
- A buen partido is a colloquial way to describe a person who is a 'great catch' or a desirable marriage partner.
- The word partido is also the standard term for a political party, such as partido político.
- The phrase sacar partido does not refer to a game, but means to take advantage of a situation or to make the most of something.
Examples in context
- ¡El Barcelona vs. Real Madrid fue un partidazo!The Barcelona vs. Real Madrid match was an amazing game!
- El partido de fútbol empezó tarde.The soccer match started late.
- ¿Vas a ver el partido hoy?Are you going to watch the match today?
- Fue un partido muy emocionante.It was a very exciting match.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are discussing their plans for the evening.
- Daniel¿Quieres ir al bar para ver el partido?Do you want to go to the bar to watch the match?
- MaríaSí, me encantaría ver ese partido contigo.Yes, I would love to watch that match with you.
- DanielPerfecto, el partido es a las ocho.Perfect, the match is at eight.
- MaríaMuy bien, allí nos vemos, Daniel.Very well, see you there, Daniel.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry partido, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
