Spanish Conversation · Level 94
59 words
Spanish word
empate
Pronunciation
IPA/emˈpate/
Meaning
- masculine nountie
Example
El partido quedó en empate.
The match ended in a tie.
More examples
El partido terminó en empate a uno.
The match ended in a one-all tie.
Core concept
Match scoreboard showing equal scores for both teams.
Common phrases
quedar en empate
end in a tie
empate a uno
one-all tie
Similar words
igualdad: Counts or scores come out identical, reflecting perfect numerical equality.
paridad: Balance of power or conditions makes neither side clearly stronger.
Definition in Spanish
Situación de igualdad en el marcador o en el cómputo de puntos que impide determinar un ganador inmediato.
Word origin
The noun derives from the verb empatar ('to tie' or 'to make equal') and it names the situation when points or goals are the same and no immediate winner is determined.
Usage tips
- The pattern empate a X (for example empate a 1) states the exact tied score and is common in sports reports.