puñetazo

poo-nye-TAH-so/puɲeˈtaso/

“puñetazo” means “punch” in Spanish (a physical blow with a closed fist).

punch

Also: thump, blow

General

El boxeador le dio un puñetazo muy fuerte.

The boxer gave him a very strong punch.

Le dio un puñetazo a la mesa por la frustración.

He punched the table out of frustration.

Su renuncia fue un puñetazo para el equipo.

His resignation was a huge blow to the team.

dar un puñetazo sobre la mesa – To take a firm stand or assert authority suddenly

Words that translate to "puñetazo" in Spanish:

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What is the most accurate translation for 'puñetazo'?

👥 Word Family▼

puño(fist) — Noun

puñalada(stab wound) — Noun

empuñar(to grip/grasp) — Verb

🎵 Rhymes▼

📚 Etymology▼

Formed from the Spanish word 'puño' (fist), which comes from the Latin 'pugnus', combined with the suffix '-azo' indicating a blow.

First recorded: 15th century

Cognates (Related words)

Italian: pugnoFrench: poing

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Does 'puñetazo' always involve violence?

While it usually describes a physical strike, it can be used figuratively to describe a sudden, shocking event, like a 'blow' to one's ego or plans.

How is it different from 'cachetada'?

A 'puñetazo' is a hit with a closed fist (a punch), while a 'cachetada' is a hit with an open hand (a slap).