Manifestantes (en. Protesters)

[manifeˈtantes]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Individuals who gather publicly to express their opinions or demands.
The demonstrators demanded changes in government policy.
Los manifestantes exigieron cambios en la política gubernamental.
A group of people protesting for a specific cause.
The demonstrators gathered in the main square.
Los manifestantes se concentraron en la plaza principal.
People defending rights or social causes.
The demonstrators fight for equality of rights.
Los manifestantes luchan por la igualdad de derechos.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'to demonstrate', which comes from the Latin 'manifestare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

march with the demonstrators
Participate in a protest.
marchar con los manifestantes
shout slogans alongside the demonstrators
Repeat protest phrases alongside those who are demonstrating.
gritar consignas junto a los manifestantes
join the demonstrators
Incorporate into a protest group.
unirse a los manifestantes

Related Words

demonstration
Public gathering to express opinions or demands.
manifestación
protest
Act of opposition to something.
protesta
demonstration
Exhibition or proof of something, in this context, it may refer to a public show of support or disapproval.
demostración

Slang Meanings

Demo
I went to yesterday's demo.
Fui a la manis de ayer.
Protests
The protests are escalating.
Las protes están subiendo de tono.