How to Say "nets" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “nets” is “mete” — use 'mete' when referring to the action of scoring a goal in sports, often used informally.
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mete
MEH-tehˈme.te
verbB1Informal sports term
Use 'mete' when referring to the action of scoring a goal in sports, often used informally.
Examples
El delantero mete el gol de la victoria en el último minuto.
The striker scores the winning goal in the last minute.
Si no mete esa canasta, pierden el partido.
If he doesn't score that basket, they lose the game.
Sports Specific
This meaning is an extension of the core idea (putting the ball into the net). It is used interchangeably with verbs like 'anotar' or 'marcar' when talking about scoring points or goals.
redes
REH-dehsˈreðes
nounA2General
Use 'redes' when referring to a physical mesh used for activities like fishing or sports (e.g., a soccer net, a fishing net).
Examples
Los pescadores están reparando sus redes.
The fishermen are repairing their nets.
El balón tocó la red.
The ball touched the net.
Verb vs. Noun Confusion
The most common mistake is confusing the verb 'mete' (to score/put in) with the noun 'redes' (nets). Remember, 'mete' is about the *action* of scoring, while 'redes' refers to the physical *object*.
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