Golpear



Example: No debes golpear a nadie aunque estés enojado.

Definition


"Golpear" means to strike or hit someone or something with force, usually using a hand, object, or other body part. It often implies physical contact intended to cause impact or damage, as in the example sentence: 'No debes golpear a nadie aunque estés enojado.'

Etymology


The word "golpear" comes from the Spanish verb derived from the noun 'golpe,' meaning 'a blow or strike.' Its origins trace back to late Latin 'colpus,' meaning a blow or hit. Did you know? The word reflects the physical action of hitting and has been used in Spanish since at least the 16th century.

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"Golpear" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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