jugar al golf
/xuɡaɾ al ɡolf/from spelling rules
To say 'play golf' in Spanish, you say jugar al golf.
The phrase is used to describe taking part in the sport of golf. Related terms include hoyo for 'hole' and handicap for 'handicap'.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, you may use the formal expression Practicar golf to say 'play golf'.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses the preposition al (a + el) because the verb jugar requires the preposition a when it is followed by a masculine noun representing a sport.
How do you pronounce it?
/xuɡaɾ al ɡolf/
What mistakes should you avoid?
Avoid saying jugar golf. English speakers often mistakenly omit the al, but in Spanish, the preposition a is grammatically required before the sport.
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Examples in context
- No sabe jugar al golf.He doesn't know how to play golf.This sentence is useful for expressing someone's lack of skill with jugar al golf.Tatoeba #2209709 by Shishir, translation #289976 by CK
- Me gusta jugar al golf.I like to play golf.This sentence is useful for expressing a personal preference with jugar al golf.Tatoeba #708552 by Shishir, translation #56352 by CK
- Tom solía jugar al golf.Tom used to play golf.This sentence is useful for describing a past habit with jugar al golf.Tatoeba #7580639 by gianich73, translation #7580584 by CK
- Voy a jugar al golf el sábado por la mañana.I'm going to play golf on Saturday morning.
- Me gusta practicar golf en el campo de práctica todas las semanas.I enjoy practicing golf at the driving range every week.
- ¿Por qué no echamos una partida de golf el próximo domingo?Why don't we have a game of golf next Sunday?
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Example conversation
Alejandro and Sofía are talking about their weekend plans.
- AlejandroSofía, ¿quieres jugar al golf conmigo?Sofía, do you want to play golf with me?
- SofíaSí, me encanta jugar al golf.Yes, I love playing golf.
- AlejandroPerfecto, entonces te veo en el campo.Perfect, then I will see you at the course.
- SofíaAllí estaré, Alejandro.I'll be there, Alejandro.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries golf, jugar, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
