golpearon
/gol-peh-AH-ron/
they hit / they struck
A mallet hitting a bell illustrates 'golpearon' as a physical strike or hit.
golpearon(verb)
they hit / they struck
?physical contact with force
they beat
?hitting repeatedly or in a competition
📝 In Action
Ellos golpearon la pelota con mucha fuerza.
A1They hit the ball with a lot of force.
Las olas golpearon el muelle durante la tormenta.
B1The waves struck the pier during the storm.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Finished Past' Form
This word is the 'they' or 'you all' form of a verb ending in -ar. Use it for actions that happened once and are completely finished.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing with 'knocking'
Mistake: "Using 'golpearon' only for fighting."
Correction: It is also the most common way to say someone knocked on a door!
⭐ Usage Tips
Identify the group
Whenever you see 'on' at the end of a past-tense verb like this, think 'They did it' or 'You guys did it'.
A hand knocking on a door shows the meaning of 'golpearon' as knocking.
📝 In Action
Golpearon a la puerta pero nadie contestó.
A1They knocked on the door but no one answered.
⭐ Usage Tips
At the Door
While 'llamar' means 'to call,' it's often used for knocking. However, 'golpear' specifically describes the physical action of the knuckles hitting the wood.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: golpearon
Question 1 of 1
What is the best translation for 'Ellos golpearon la puerta'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'golpearon' formal or informal?
It is neutral and can be used in any situation, from describing a sports match to telling a story about someone knocking on a door.
Can I use 'golpearon' for 'they beat' in a game?
Yes, it can mean defeating an opponent, though 'vencieron' or 'ganaron' are more common for scores.