Guerrilleros (en. Guerrillas)

/ɡe.ri.ʝe.ros/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
People who participate in armed conflicts in an irregular and unconventional manner.
The guerrilleros continued fighting despite the adversities.
Los guerrilleros siguieron luchando a pesar de las adversidades.
Combatants who apply guerrilla tactics, attacking regular forces.
The guerrilleros ambushed enemy troops during the night.
Los guerrilleros emboscaron a las tropas enemigas durante la noche.
Members of an insurgent movement that employs unexpected actions.
The guerrilleros hid in the jungle for several days.
Los guerrilleros se ocultaron en la selva durante varios días.

Etymology

From the Spanish 'guerrilla', which means little war.

Common Phrases and Expressions

urban guerrillas
Group that operates in urban areas using guerrilla tactics.
guerrilleros urbanos
guerrilla tactics
Characteristic combat methods of guerrilleros.
tácticas de guerrilla

Related Words

guerrilla
A form of combat characterized by quick and surprising actions.
guerrilla
insurrection
Violent uprising against the established authority.
insurrección

Slang Meanings

Fighter in a just cause.
That guerrillero is a hero to his people.
Ese guerrillero es un héroe para su pueblo.
Person who acts outside the law for a purpose.
In some contexts, guerrilleros are considered outside the law.
En algunos contextos, los guerrilleros son considerados fuera de la ley.