Guevara (en. Guevara)
/ɡe'βaɾa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A surname of Spanish origin that has been carried by historical and political figures.
Ernesto Guevara is known as 'Che'.
Ernesto Guevara es conocido como el 'Che'.
Commonly referred to the figure of the Argentine revolutionary.
The face of Guevara has become a symbol of the Revolution.
El rostro de Guevara se ha convertido en un símbolo de la Revolución.
Name of places and streets in various cities in Latin America in honor of Ernesto Guevara.
I live near Plaza Guevara in Havana.
Vivo cerca de la Plaza Guevara en La Habana.
Etymology
The surname Guevara originates from Spanish and has roots in the term 'guevara', which denotes a relationship with the place of origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Che Guevara
Reference to the famous Argentine guerrilla fighter and his legacy.
El Che Guevara
Guevara in history
Mention of his influence on revolutionary movements.
Guevara en la historia
Related Words
revolution
Radical change in politics or social order.
revolución
guerrilla
Warfare tactic in which small armed forces fight against a larger army.
guerrilla
ideology
System of ideas and values.
ideología
Slang Meanings
Colloquial use to refer to people who promote radical ideologies.
That group is like a modern Guevara.
Ese grupo es como un Guevara moderno.
Revolutionary or activist in informal contexts.
He is always with ideals in a Guevara-like manner.
Siempre está con ideales a lo Guevara.