trampolín
/tɾampoˈlin/masculine
The English phrase springboard can be translated into Spanish as trampolín.
When used figuratively, trampolín refers to anything that launches or provides an impulse.
Meaning: figuratively: anything that launches or provides impulse (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, the term tabla de salto is commonly used for springboard. In Spain, trampolín is a common term and plataforma de salto might be used for springboard in specific sports-related contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of trampolín is trampolines.
How do you pronounce it?
/tɾampoˈlin/
Did you know?
- While trampolín refers to the board, Spanish uses cama elástica for a backyard trampoline, literally meaning 'elastic bed'.
- The word trampolín is borrowed from the Italian trampolino, which originates from Germanic languages.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, trampolín can be used colloquially to describe a person who helps someone else gain fame or power.
Examples in context
- Los atletas se lanzan desde el trampolín con gracia y precisión.The athletes dive gracefully and precisely from the springboard.
- Necesitamos encontrar un buen punto de partida para nuestro proyecto.We need to find a good springboard for our project.
- Su éxito en la música fue el trampolín para su carrera en el cine.His success in music was the springboard for his film career.
- Ese curso fue un trampolín para su carrera.That course was a springboard for his career.
- La pasantía sirvió de trampolín para ella.The internship served as a springboard for her.
- Este proyecto es el trampolín hacia el éxito.This project is the springboard toward success.
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are discussing Daniel's new job opportunities.
- Daniel¿Crees que este empleo será un trampolín?Do you think this job will be a springboard?
- ElenaSí, Daniel, te dará mucha experiencia.Yes, Daniel, it will give you a lot of experience.
- DanielEspero que sea un gran trampolín para mí.I hope it is a great springboard for me.
- ElenaSeguro que lo será, confía en tu talento.I'm sure it will be, trust your talent.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “springboard” translations and entries trampolín, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries trampolín, CC BY-SA 4.0.
