Shark Tank
/saɾk tank/from spelling rules
The phrase Shark Tank in Spanish refers to the television show where entrepreneurs pitch business ideas to a panel of investors.
In many Spanish-speaking countries, the English title Shark Tank is used directly to refer to the show.
What does it mean word for word?
A literal translation of the phrase is tanque de tiburones.
How do you pronounce it?
/saɾk tank/
Did you know?
- The word tanque in Spanish is more commonly associated with military armor than with fish tanks, which is why a literal translation of Shark Tank sounds like a military installation to some speakers.
- In colloquial Spanish, calling someone a tiburón can be a compliment regarding their ambition and sharpness, whereas in English, 'shark' is more frequently a warning about their lack of ethics.
- If you were to translate the show title literally as Tanque de tiburones in a non-branded context, a Spanish speaker might think you are talking about a literal aquarium for sharks.
Examples in context
- Vi un episodio muy emocionante de Shark Tank.I saw a very exciting episode of Shark Tank.
- Ella quiere participar en Shark Tank este año.She wants to participate in Shark Tank this year.
- ¿Te gusta el programa Shark Tank?Do you like the show Shark Tank?
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about television programs in a cafe.
- María¿Viste el programa Shark Tank anoche?Did you see the show Shark Tank last night?
- DanielSí, me encanta Shark Tank.Yes, I love Shark Tank.
- MaríaLos inversores son muy estrictos en Shark Tank.The investors are very strict in Shark Tank.
- DanielEs cierto, pero las ideas son geniales.That's true, but the ideas are great.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
