Paracaidistas (en. Parachutists)

/paɾaθai̯ˈðistas/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Person who is dedicated to skydiving.

The paratroopers put on an impressive display at the aviation festival.

Los paracaidistas realizaron una exhibición impresionante en el festival de aviación.

Military specialized in parachute jumps.

Army paratroopers are known for their bravery and skill.

Los paracaidistas del ejército son conocidos por su valentía y habilidad.

Derived from 'parachute,' which comes from the Greek 'para' (against) and 'khaidō' (to fall).

parachute jump

The action of jumping into the void with a parachute.

salto en paracaídas

paratrooper corps

Military unit specialized in air operations.

cuerpo de paracaidistas

skydiving sports

Extreme sport that involves jumping and descending with a parachute.

paracaidismo deportivo

parachute

Device used to slow down the descent of bodies in the air.

paracaídas

aircraft

Vehicle that flies through the air, such as airplanes and helicopters.

aeronave

jumper

Person who performs jumps, especially with parachutes.

saltador

Adventurous people looking for thrills.

Those paratroopers are crazy, always looking for the next adventure.

Esos paracaidistas son unos locos, siempre buscando la próxima aventura.

Person who acts bravely in risky situations.

That decision was like a paratrooper's, risky but brave.

Esa decisión fue de paracaidista, arriesgada pero valiente.