siete metros

Spanish

Alternative forms

Etymology

Literally, “seven meters”. Because it is the distance of the penalty spot to the goal.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌsjete ˈmetɾos/ [ˌsje.t̪e ˈme.t̪ɾos]
  • Syllabification: sie‧te me‧tros

Noun

siete metros m pl (plural only)

  1. (handball) penalty throw
    Synonym: lanzamiento de 7 metros
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