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golazo
/ɡoˈlaθo/
a spectacular or amazing goal
¡Qué golazo marcó Messi en el partido!
What an amazing goal Messi scored in the match!
informal
A spectacular or amazing goal in soccer, often praised for its skill or beauty.
El delantero anotó un golazo en el último minuto.
The striker scored an amazing goal in the last minute.
Commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries to highlight an impressive goal.
Collocations
marcar un golazoto score an amazing goalun golazo espectaculara spectacular goal
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Usage in Context
Use 'golazo' when describing a goal that stands out for its skill, creativity, or importance.
Gold Rule
Augmentative Suffix
The '-azo' suffix intensifies the noun, indicating something extraordinary.
Word Origin
Derived from 'gol' (goal) + the augmentative suffix '-azo', emphasizing the extraordinary nature of the goal.
Usage Notes
Used informally in soccer commentary and discussions among fans to describe a particularly impressive goal.
Word Breakdown
gol
goal
root-azo
augmentative suffix indicating something impressive or extraordinary
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