Spanish Conversation · Level 20
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Spanish word
bofetada
Pronunciation
IPA/bofeˈtaða/
Meaning
- feminine nounslap
Example
Ella recibió una bofetada.
She received a slap.
More examples
En la discusión, le dio una bofetada.
During the argument, he gave him a slap.
Core concept
Open-hand blow to the face or cheek.
Common phrases
dar una bofetada
give someone a slap
recibir una bofetada
receive a slap
una bofetada en la cara
a slap across the face
Similar words
bofetón: Lands a loud, forceful open-handed strike that causes noticeable impact.
cachetada: Strikes the cheek with a brushing motion of the palm or the hand's side.
golpe: Delivers a physical hit that produces impact or pain.
puñetazo: Strikes using a closed fist, producing a strong, concentrated blow.
Definition in Spanish
Golpe dado con la mano abierta, normalmente dirigido a la cara o a la mejilla.
Word origin
The noun derives from the verb bofetear, which comes from an imitative root for a strike plus the suffix -ada that forms nouns for the action or its result.
Usage tips
- Dar una bofetada and propinar una bofetada are common collocations, while palmada or golpecito denote lighter, less aggressive taps.