siete metros

Spanish

Alternative forms

• 7 metros

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, penalty kick