cuadro de torneo
/kwadɾo de toɾneo/from spelling rules
The English phrase "tournament bracket" is translated into Spanish as cuadro de torneo.
Cuadro de torneo is a general term used to describe a diagram that shows the schedule of games and the path to the final in a knockout competition. It can be used in any context involving a structured competition diagram.
What does it mean word for word?
The word cuadro literally means frame, square or chart, which is used here to refer to the visual structure of the bracket.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In many Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in sports contexts, llave de torneo is a common way to refer to a tournament bracket.
How do you pronounce it?
/kwadɾo de toɾneo/
Did you know?
- The word torneo comes from torno, a word for a lathe or a turning tool. This reflects the original idea of a competition as a series of rotating or turning encounters.
- While cuadro refers to the whole diagram, a single match-up within that bracket is often called a llave, which literally means 'key'.
- The word cuadro is a versatile term that can refer to a 'painting', a 'frame', or even a 'squad' in certain historical or military contexts, rather than just a sports diagram.
Examples in context
- La organización del evento ha publicado el cuadro de torneo completo.The event organizers have released the complete tournament bracket.
- La tabla de competición muestra los enfrentamientos de cada etapa del torneo.The tournament bracket displays the matchups of each stage of the competition.
- El cuadro de torneo ya está listo.The tournament bracket is already ready.
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a sports competition.
- AlejandroSofía, ¿viste el cuadro de torneo?Sofía, did you see the tournament bracket?
- SofíaNo, Alejandro. ¿Quién juega en la final?No, Alejandro. Who plays in the final?
- AlejandroEl cuadro de torneo dice que jugarán los mejores.The tournament bracket says the best will play.
- Sofía¡Qué emocionante será ese partido!That match will be so exciting!
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
