Spanish word of the day: Chapuzón

What does chapuzón mean?

Chapuzón (masculine noun) — A quick plunge or dip in water. It refers to the action of submerging oneself briefly in water, typically for refreshment or enjoyment.

Example sentences with chapuzón

• ¿Por qué no te das un chapuzón en el mar?
  🌊Why don't you go take a dip in the sea?

• Un chapuzón temprano por la mañana en el mar es refrescante.
  💦An early morning dip in the sea is refreshing.

• ¿Que tal un chapuzón en el lago antes de desayunar?
  🏊How about a dip in the lake before breakfast?

Chapuzón in context

Chapuzón is commonly used in summer contexts when people are looking to cool off from the heat. The word evokes the sensation of refreshment and relief that comes from immersing yourself in water on a hot day. You’ll hear it at the beach, swimming pools, rivers, lakes… anywhere where you can jump into the water!

In addition, in some Latin American countries, "chapuzón" can also informally refer to a cloudburst or downpour of rain, though its primary meaning remains the refreshing dip in water that we all crave when temperatures rise.