natación

nah-tah-SYON/nataˈsjon/

“natación” means “swimming” in Spanish (The sport or recreational activity).

swimming

Also: aquatics

Me gusta mucho la natación.

I like swimming a lot.

Mi hijo tiene clases de natación todos los lunes.

My son has swimming classes every Monday.

La natación es un deporte muy completo para el cuerpo.

Swimming is a very complete sport for the body.

Words that translate to "natación" in Spanish:

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What is the correct way to say 'The swimming' in Spanish?

👥 Word Family▼

nadador(swimmer (male)) — Noun

nadadora(swimmer (female)) — Noun

🎵 Rhymes▼

canciónemociónlección

📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'natatio', which directly translates to the act of swimming.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

Portuguese: nataçãoFrench: natation

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Is 'natación' masculine or feminine?

It is feminine (la natación).

How do you say 'swimming pool' in Spanish?

While 'natación' is the sport, the pool is called 'piscina' (or 'alberca' in some parts of Mexico).

Can I use 'natación' to say 'I am swimming'?

No, to say 'I am swimming', you should use the verb 'nadar': 'Estoy nadando'.