barrida
/baˈrida/
The English phrase "slide tackle" is translated into Spanish as barrida in the context of soccer.
In soccer, barrida refers to the act of a slide tackle. To describe the action of performing a slide tackle, you can use the phrase hacer una barrida.
Meaning: soccer tackle (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The noun barrida is the feminine past participle of the verb barrer (to sweep), literally meaning a "sweep" or "sliding motion".
How does it change in a sentence?
Its plural form is barridas, which refers to multiple slide tackles.
How do you pronounce it?
/baˈrida/
Did you know?
- In professional commentary, a dangerous slide tackle that risks a red card is often called a barrida suicida. This personification suggests the player is committing 'suicide' by risking expulsion from the match.
- Beyond soccer, barrida is used in politics and gaming to describe a 'sweep' of votes or prizes. It captures the idea of clearing everything off the table in one motion.
- In some regions, soccer fans use entrada instead of barrida to describe a tackle. While barrida focuses on the sliding motion, entrada emphasizes the player's 'entry' or challenge for the ball.
Examples in context
- Esa fue una barrida muy limpia.That was a very clean slide tackle.
- El defensa hizo una barrida espectacular.The defender made a spectacular slide tackle.
- No puedes hacer una barrida así.You cannot make a slide tackle like that.
Example conversation
Javier and Sofia are watching a soccer match together.
- Javier¡Mira esa barrida!Look at that slide tackle!
- SofíaFue muy fuerte, Javier.It was very strong, Javier.
- JavierCreo que fue una falta.I think it was a foul.
- SofíaSí, la barrida fue agresiva.Yes, the slide tackle was aggressive.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry barrida, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
