ring
/reen/
boxing ring
A boxing ring where matches take place.
ring(noun)
boxing ring
?The square stage where boxing or wrestling happens
cuadrilátero
?A more formal term for the ring
📝 In Action
Los dos boxeadores subieron al ring para el primer asalto.
A2The two boxers got into the ring for the first round.
El árbitro les pidió que salieran del ring.
A2The referee asked them to leave the ring.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'el' with Ring
Even though it comes from English, this word is treated as a 'male' word in Spanish. Always use 'el' or 'un' before it.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't wear this ring!
Mistake: "Using 'ring' to mean a piece of jewelry for your finger."
Correction: Use the word 'anillo' for jewelry. 'Ring' in Spanish is only for the sports stage.
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'ring' when chatting with friends or fans, but if you're watching a formal news report, you might hear 'cuadrilátero' instead.
The ringing sound of a bell.
📝 In Action
Esperaba el ring del teléfono, pero nunca llamó.
A2I was waiting for the phone to ring, but she never called.
💡 Grammar Points
Sounds as Nouns
Spanish often uses the English word for a sound as a noun. You can say 'el ring' to refer to the noise itself.
⭐ Usage Tips
Ring-ring
To imitate the sound, Spanish speakers often say '¡Ring, ring!' just like in English comics.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: ring
Question 1 of 2
If you are watching a boxing match, where are the athletes standing?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I say 'wedding ring' in Spanish?
You should use 'anillo de boda' or 'alianza'. Do not use 'ring', as that only refers to a boxing ring or a phone sound.
Is 'ring' an official Spanish word?
Yes! The Royal Spanish Academy recognizes it as a word used specifically for boxing stages.