World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesgolpear
Pronunciation / Transliteration: golpear
"Ella golpea la mosca con la mano."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
To hit or strike something with a sharp blow.
"She swats the fly away from her food."
- 1
A sharp blow or strike.
"He gave the table a swat to get rid of the crumbs."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Originating in the late 17th century as a variant of swatchel or squat, it likely developed as an imitative or expressive formation, akin to slap or pat. Its historical usage relates closely to striking or hitting sharply with a quick, sweeping motion.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Swat"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Swat" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
frapper
Transliteration: frapper
"Elle frappe la mouche avec sa main."
schlagen
Transliteration: schlagen
"Sie schlägt die Fliege weg."
colpire
Transliteration: colpire
"Lei colpisce la mosca con la mano."
golpear
Transliteration: golpear
"Ella golpea la mosca con la mano."
bater
Transliteration: bater
"Ela bate na mosca com a mão."
मारना
Transliteration: maarna
"उसने मक्खी को हाथ से मारा।"
打
Transliteration: dǎ
"她用手打飞了苍蝇。"
치다
Transliteration: chida
"그녀는 손으로 파리를 쳤다."
叩く
Transliteration: tataku
"彼女は手でハエを叩いた。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Spanish termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Swat"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.