Discípulos (en. Disciples)
/disiˈpulos/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A member of a group that follows the teachings of a leader or teacher.
The disciples of Jesus were fundamental in spreading his message.
Los discípulos de Jesús fueron fundamentales en la difusión de su mensaje.
A student who is being educated in a specific field of knowledge.
The teacher was proud of the disciples who had excelled in their studies.
El profesor estaba orgulloso de los discípulos que habían sobresalido en sus estudios.
A follower or supporter of a doctrine or idea.
The disciples of Stoic philosophy are many today.
Los discípulos de la filosofía estoica son muchos en la actualidad.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'discipulus', which means 'student' or 'follower'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
disciples of
It refers to followers of a specific person or doctrine.
discípulos de
to make disciples
To instruct or guide people to follow a teaching.
hacer discípulos
Related Words
teacher
A person who teaches or instructs.
maestro
teaching
The act of imparting knowledge or education.
enseñanza
student
A person who attends an institution to receive education.
estudiante
Slang Meanings
It refers to someone who imitates another person in their actions or style.
In the group, everyone is a disciple of that influencer.
En el grupo, todos son discípulos de ese influencer.
A term used to refer to fervent followers of a leader or ideology in an informal context.
Those kids are disciples of fashion, always dressing just like their idol.
Esos chicos son unos discípulos de la moda, siempre visten igual que su ídolo.