sentadillas y estocadas
/sentadiʝas i estokadas/from spelling rules
The English phrase squats and lunges is translated into Spanish as sentadillas y estocadas.
These are two types of strength training exercises used to work the leg muscles.
Which one should you use?
The different terms for lunges are used depending on the region. While estocadas is used in some areas, other terms like desplantes or zancadas are more common in specific Spanish-speaking countries.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The term for lunges varies by location: in Argentina, you may hear estocadas. In Mexico, people might use desplantes. And in Spain, the term zancadas is more commonly used than estocadas.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the squat exercise is sentadilla and the singular form of the lunge exercise is estocada.
Did you know?
- The word estocada has a secondary, much more aggressive meaning in Spanish: it can refer to a 'thrust' from a sword or rapier.
- In Mexico, desplantes is used for lunges, but in a social context, the word desplante can also mean a cold snub or a public rejection of someone.
- The word zancadas, used in Spain for lunges, shares a root with zanca, which is a colloquial term for long or clumsy legs.
Examples in context
- Hice sentadillas y estocadas en el gimnasio.I did squats and lunges at the gym.
- Las sentadillas y estocadas son excelentes para las piernas.Squats and lunges are excellent for the legs.
- Prefiero las sentadillas y estocadas antes que correr.I prefer squats and lunges over running.
Example conversation
A personal trainer is talking to a client in a gym.
- Daniel¿Quieres hacer sentadillas y estocadas hoy?Do you want to do squats and lunges today?
- SofíaSí, Daniel, me encantan esos ejercicios.Yes, Daniel, I love those exercises.
- DanielPerfecto, Sofía, vamos a empezar con las sentadillas y estocadas.Perfect, Sofia, let's start with the squats and lunges.
- SofíaEstoy lista para entrenar fuerte.I am ready to train hard.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
