How to Say "stunt" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “stunt” is “travesura” — use 'travesura' when referring to a mischievous, daring, or unusual act, often one that causes minor trouble or excitement.
travesura
tra-ve-SOO-rahtɾaβeˈsuɾa
Examples
El niño hizo una travesura al trepar al tejado.
The child did a stunt by climbing onto the roof.
El perro hizo una travesura y rompió mis zapatos.
The dog made some mischief and chewed up my shoes.
Los niños siempre están planeando alguna travesura.
The children are always planning some prank.
Fue solo una pequeña travesura, no te enfades.
It was just a little prank, don't get angry.
Always 'Hacer'
In Spanish, you don't 'play' a prank or 'perform' mischief. You always use the verb 'hacer' (to do/make) with 'travesura'.
Feminine Noun
This word is feminine because it ends in '-a'. Always use 'la' or 'una' before it.
Travesura vs. Maldad
Mistake: “Ese niño tiene mucha maldad.”
Correction: Ese niño hace muchas travesuras.
truco
troo-kohˈtɾuko
Examples
El acróbata realizó un truco increíble en el circo.
The acrobat performed an incredible stunt in the circus.
El mago hizo un truco impresionante con pañuelos.
The magician did an impressive trick with handkerchiefs.
¿Conoces algún truco de magia fácil para niños?
Do you know any easy magic tricks for children?
Gender Reminder
Even though it ends in 'o,' remember that 'truco' is a masculine noun, so you use 'el' (el truco) and 'un' (un truco).
Travesura vs. Truco
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