Luchas (en. Fights)

/ˈlu.t͡ʃas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Process of resistance or combat against an opponent.
Social struggles are fundamental for change.
Las luchas sociales son fundamentales para el cambio.
Constant effort to achieve a goal.
Their fight for human rights is admirable.
Su lucha por los derechos humanos es admirable.

Etymology

From Latin 'lucta', meaning fight or combat.

Common Phrases and Expressions

internal struggles
Conflicts that occur within a group or an organization.
luchas internas
to fight against all odds
To strive despite great difficulties.
luchar contra viento y marea
to put up a fight
To strive for something, not to give up.
dar la lucha

Related Words

lucha
Act of fighting to achieve a goal.
lucha
luchador
Person who dedicates themselves to fighting, whether in sports or causes.
luchador

Slang Meanings

Professional wrestling
Wrestling is very popular in Mexico.
La lucha libre es muy popular en México.
To fight to the death
The fight was so intense that it felt like a fight to the death.
La pelea era tan intensa que se sentía como una lucha a muerte.