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    Mártir (en. Martyr)

    /ˈmaɾ.tiɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who suffers or dies because of their beliefs or convictions.
    The martyr was remembered for his bravery in defending his ideals.
    El mártir fue recordado por su valentía en la defensa de sus ideales.
    In religion, someone who dies for their faith.
    The martyrs of Christianity are celebrated in many traditions.
    Los mártires del cristianismo son celebrados en muchas tradiciones.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'martys', which means witness.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    martyr of the homeland
    A person who has given their life for the defense of their country.
    mártir de la patria
    martyr in silence
    A person who endures suffering without complaining.
    mártir en silencio

    Related Words

    martyrdom
    Extreme suffering inflicted on a person because of their beliefs.
    martirio
    sacrifice
    The act of giving something valuable, often life, for the sake of another cause.
    sacrificio
    persecution
    The act of pursuing someone because of their beliefs or ideas.
    persecución

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who sacrifices themselves for others.
    He is a martyr for his family, always putting their needs before his own.
    Es un mártir por su familia, siempre pone sus necesidades antes que las suyas.
    A person who always plays the victim.
    Stop acting like a martyr; not everything is someone else's fault.
    Deja de actuar como mártir, no todo es culpa de los demás.