How to Say "kicks" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “kicks” is “patadas” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
El portero salvó el balón con unas patadas rápidas.
The goalkeeper saved the ball with some quick kicks.
Las patadas del bebé en el vientre eran muy fuertes.
The baby's kicks in the womb were very strong.
Tuvimos que abrir la puerta a patadas.
We had to kick the door open (or: We had to open the door with kicks/forcefully).
Always Feminine Plural
This word is feminine and plural, meaning you must use feminine plural words like 'las' or 'unas' before it: 'las patadas fuertes' (the strong kicks).
Using 'patadas' as the verb form
Mistake: “Yo patadas el balón.”
Correction: The verb form is 'patear' (to kick). You should say 'Yo pateo el balón.' 'Patadas' is only the name of the action, not the action itself.
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