Armados (en. Armed)
/arˈmaðos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A group of people who carry weapons or are ready for combat.
The armed surrounded the building.
Los armados sitiaron el edificio.
Militants or armed forces.
The armed control the area.
Los armados controlan la zona.
verb
To form an armed group.
They are armed for the defense of the community.
Se armados para la defensa de la comunidad.
Etymology
From the past participle of the verb 'armar', which means to equip with weapons.
Common Phrases and Expressions
armed to the teeth
To be fully armed or ready for combat.
armados hasta los dientes
to be armed
To be prepared to face a difficult or violent situation.
estar armados
Related Words
to arm
To equip with weapons or prepare for combat.
armar
weapon
An instrument designed to cause harm or destruction.
arma
militaria
A set of activities, objects, or aspects related to the military.
militaria
Slang Meanings
Tough guy or dangerous person.
That guy is armed, better stay away.
Ese tipo es un armado, mejor mantente alejado.
A person who is always ready to fight.
He's armed, don't mess with him.
Es un armado, no te metas con él.