racha
“racha” means “streak” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
streak
Also: spell, run
📝 In Action
El equipo lleva una racha de cinco victorias seguidas.
A2The team is on a five-game winning streak.
Estoy pasando por una mala racha en el trabajo.
B1I'm going through a rough patch at work.
¡Qué buena racha tienes!
A2What a lucky streak you're having!
gust
Also: blast
📝 In Action
Una racha de viento muy fuerte me rompió el paraguas.
B1A very strong gust of wind broke my umbrella.
Habrá rachas de viento de hasta 80 kilómetros por hora.
B2There will be wind gusts of up to 80 kilometers per hour.
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📚 Etymology▼
Likely from the Arabic word 'ráǧǧa', meaning a shake or agitation. It was originally used by sailors to describe a sudden agitation of the wind.
First recorded: 16th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'racha' for a single lucky moment?
Not really. 'Racha' implies a sequence or a period of time. For a single moment of luck, you would use 'golpe de suerte'.
Is 'racha' and 'etapa' the same?
No. An 'etapa' is a phase or stage that is usually planned or part of a process. A 'racha' is more about luck, momentum, or weather that happens to you.