How to Say "checkmate" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “checkmate” is “mate” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1
In chess or strategy games
Examples
Hice un movimiento brillante y le di mate en solo cuatro jugadas.
I made a brilliant move and checkmated him in only four moves.
Si acepta esa condición, es un mate para la empresa.
If he accepts that condition, it's a dead end (checkmate) for the company.
Use with 'Dar'
When talking about winning the game, you use the verb 'dar' (to give): 'dar mate' means 'to checkmate'.
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