Combatientes (en. Fighters)
/kom.ba.tjen.tes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Individuals who are in an armed confrontation.
The combatants defended their territory bravely.
Los combatientes defendieron su territorio con valentía.
Members of an armed force fighting in a war.
The resistance fighters were recognized for their sacrifice.
Los combatientes de la resistencia fueron reconocidos por su sacrificio.
People who fight in armed conflicts or wars.
The combatants on both sides suffered many losses.
Los combatientes de ambos bandos sufrieron muchas pérdidas.
Etymology
Derives from the noun 'combat', which means 'fight' or 'confrontation'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
freedom fighters
People who fight for the independence or rights of a people.
combatientes de la libertad
brave combatants
Term that describes those who face danger with courage.
valientes combatientes
combatants in the shadows
Those who work or fight without being seen or recognized.
combatientes en la sombra
Related Words
combat
Physical or military confrontation between two or more parties.
combate
guerrilla
Combat tactic involving small groups of combatants carrying out surprise attacks.
guerrilla
military
Related to the armed forces or belonging to them.
militar
Slang Meanings
Vests
It is said that those guys are 'vests' in the movement.
Se dice que esos chicos son unos 'chalecos' en el movimiento.
Fighters
Those 'fighters' do not give up easily.
Esos 'peleadores' no se rinden fácilmente.