zancada

🧠 What does zancada mean?

A 'zancada' is a long step or stride, typically taken when walking quickly, running, or lunging. It describes a single movement of the leg that covers more distance than a normal step ('paso'). Figuratively, 'dar grandes zancadas' means to make significant progress or great strides in a particular field. In the context of fitness and exercise, 'zancada' is the common term for a lunge.

📚 Extra examples

• El atleta cruzó la línea de meta en tres zancadas.
  The athlete crossed the finish line in three strides.
• Con una zancada, saltó por encima del charco.
  With one long step, he jumped over the puddle.
• La investigación ha dado una zancada importante hacia la cura.
  The research has taken a major stride toward the cure.
• Mi rutina de gimnasio incluye tres series de zancadas con pesas.
  My gym routine includes three sets of lunges with weights.

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🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "zancada"

Synonyms: paso largo, tranco
Opposites: paso corto, pasito

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