How to Say "showdown" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “showdown” is “duelo” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2formal/literary
final confrontation
Examples
En el siglo XIX, los duelos con pistolas eran comunes entre caballeros.
In the 19th century, duels with pistols were common among gentlemen.
El partido de ajedrez fue un duelo de titanes.
The chess match was a contest (duel) between titans.
Se retaron a un duelo para resolver la disputa.
They challenged each other to a duel to resolve the dispute.
Figurative Use
This meaning is often used figuratively to describe any intense, high-stakes competition, like a sports match or a negotiation.
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