Noun
/tun.da/
The word "tunda" refers primarily to a beating or a physical punishment, often used colloquially to imply a strong or forceful action against someone or something. In a textile context, it can also refer informally to a strong impact on fabric during the manufacturing process.
Frequency of Use: The term "tunda" is more frequently encountered in colloquial speech rather than written context. It is commonly used in conversations, especially in reference to a physical confrontation or when emphasizing the strength of something.
"Después de la pelea, recibió una tunda que no olvidará."
"After the fight, he received a beating he won't forget."
"El boxeador le dio una tunda a su oponente en el primer round."
"The boxer gave his opponent a thrashing in the first round."
"La lluvia y el viento dieron una tunda a las lonas de la carpa."
"The rain and wind dealt a thrashing to the tarps of the tent."
While "tunda" isn't a core component of many idiomatic expressions, it's often found in colloquial phrases that imply an overwhelming defeat or impact. Below are examples:
"No le des tunda a ese pobre perro."
"Don't give that poor dog a beating."
"A veces, la vida te da una tunda que no esperas."
"Sometimes, life gives you a beating you don’t expect."
"Cuando se enojó, empezó a dar tunda a todo lo que encontraba."
"When he got angry, he started to thrash everything he could find."
"Esa paliza fue una tunda total."
"That beating was a total thrashing."
The word "tunda" likely has its roots in the Spanish verb "tundir," which means to strike or pound. It draws on the imagery of a strong, forceful action, which has been incorporated into everyday language.
Synonyms: - Golpe (hit) - Paliza (beating) - Castigo (punishment)
Antonyms: - Caricia (caress) - Abrazo (hug) - Ternura (tenderness)