Spanish Conversation · Level 115
59 words
Spanish word
hit
Pronunciation
IPA/xit/
Meaning
- masculine nounhit
Example
El hit fue la canción más escuchada del verano.
The hit was the most listened-to song of the summer.
More examples
Convertirse en un hit puede cambiar la carrera de un artista.
Becoming a hit can change an artist's career.
Core concept
A cultural or commercial smash that reaches mass popularity.
Common phrases
convertirse en un hit
becoming a hit
colocar un hit
put a hit on the charts
Similar words
éxito: Major success or triumph that earns wide recognition or acclaim.
canción: Song with lyrics and a melody intended for singing.
Definition in Spanish
Producto, espectáculo o canción que obtiene amplia aceptación y se convierte en popular entre el público.
Word origin
From English hit meaning a successful cultural item, Spanish adopted the word for songs, films, and commercial products that achieve wide popularity.
Usage tips
- The plural commonly remains hits, and in Spanish the word signals broad popularity rather than a precise sales or chart position.
Other meanings
- smash hitnoun
Opposites
- fracasoflopnoun