How to Say “Racer” in Spanish

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corredor
/koreˈdoɾ/
The English word "racer" is translated into Spanish as corredor.
The term refers to someone who takes part in a race. It is important to note that while corredor can refer to a racer, the phrase corredor de bolsa is a common compound noun used to mean "stockbroker."
Meaning: someone who takes part in a race (noun)

Which one should you use?

In the context of motor racing, such as cars or motorcycles, the word piloto is more commonly used than corredor to refer to a racer.

Is it said differently in some regions?

In Latin America, the term corredor automovilístico is commonly used to specifically refer to a car racer. In Spain, the expression piloto de velocidad is a common way to refer to racers.

How does it change in a sentence?

The noun changes based on gender and number: corredora is the feminine form, corredores is the masculine plural and corredoras is the feminine plural.

How do you pronounce it?

/koreˈdoɾ/

Did you know?

  • In Spanish, the word for 'racer' corredor is also the standard word for a 'hallway' or 'corridor'.
  • The word corredor shares a common ancestor with the English word 'current', as both stem from the Latin 'currō', which relates to the idea of running or flowing.

Examples in context

  • El piloto de Fórmula 1 ganó la carrera de manera impecable.
    The Formula 1 racer won the race flawlessly.
  • Los corredores de motocross se preparan intensamente para las carreras.
    Motocross racers train intensely for the races.
  • Ana es una talentosa piloto de carreras admirada por su destreza en la pista.
    Ana is a talented racing pilot admired for her skills on the track.
  • Los competidores se alistan para la carrera de autos este fin de semana.
    The racers are getting ready for the car race this weekend.
  • El corredor automovilístico ganó el campeonato sudamericano de velocidad.
    The car racer won the South American speed championship.
  • El piloto de velocidad está entrenando para el próximo Gran Premio.
    The speed racer is training for the upcoming Grand Prix.
  • El corredor ganó la carrera de montaña.
    The racer won the mountain race.
  • Cada corredor tiene su propia estrategia.
    Each racer has their own strategy.
  • Ese corredor es muy rápido.
    That racer is very fast.

Example conversation

María and Javier are watching a marathon.

  1. María

    Mira ese corredor, va ganando.
    Look at that racer, he is winning.
  2. Javier

    Sí, es el mejor corredor del equipo.
    Yes, he is the best racer on the team.
  3. María

    Parece que no está cansado.
    He doesn't seem tired.
  4. Javier

    Un corredor así entrena mucho.
    A racer like that trains a lot.

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