Rebeldes (en. Rebels)
/reˈβel.des/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Individuals who resist obedience to a power or norm.
The rebels fought for their rights.
Los rebeldes lucharon por sus derechos.
A group of people who rise up against a government or authority.
The rebels took control of the city.
Los rebeldes tomaron el control de la ciudad.
Those who show a defiant or disobedient attitude.
The rebellious students challenged the school rules.
Los estudiantes rebeldes desafiaron las reglas de la escuela.
Etymology
From Latin 'rebellis', meaning 'one who rebels'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
student rebellion
Student protest movement against educational authorities.
rebeldía estudiantil
to be a rebel
To act against established social norms.
ser un rebelde
to rebel against
To actively oppose something, especially authority.
rebelarse contra
Related Words
revolution
Radical change in the political, economic, or social structure.
revolución
insurrection
Uprising against the established authority.
insurrección
disobedience
Refusing to follow orders or laws.
desobediencia
Slang Meanings
A person who acts out of the ordinary.
That boy is a rebel; he doesn't follow what others do.
Ese chico es un rebelde; no sigue lo que los demás hacen.
Someone who confronts authority fearlessly.
She is a rebel, always arguing with the teachers.
Ella es una rebelde, siempre discutiendo con los profesores.