defensor
/deh-fen-SOHR/
defender
A defensor acts as a protector or guard.
defensor(noun)
defender
?someone who protects or guards
,advocate
?someone who supports a cause or idea
supporter
?a person who backs a specific movement
,guardian
?someone protecting a principle
📝 In Action
Él es un firme defensor de los derechos de los animales.
B1He is a firm advocate for animal rights.
El abogado actuó como el defensor del acusado.
B2The lawyer acted as the defender of the accused.
💡 Grammar Points
Linking with 'de'
To show what someone is defending, use the word 'de' right after 'defensor'. For example: 'defensor de la paz' (defender of peace).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Gender Matching
Mistake: "María es un defensor."
Correction: María es una defensora.
⭐ Usage Tips
Not just physical
In English, 'defender' often sounds like someone in a fight. In Spanish, 'defensor' is very common for intellectual or political support, like an 'advocate'.
In sports, a defensor works to stop the opposing team from scoring.
📝 In Action
El defensor central bloqueó el disparo.
A2The center defender blocked the shot.
Nuestro equipo necesita un defensor más rápido.
A2Our team needs a faster defender.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: defensor
Question 1 of 1
Which of these people is a 'defensor'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'defensor' used for both men and women?
No, 'defensor' is the masculine form. For a woman, you should use 'defensora'.
What is the 'Defensor del Pueblo'?
It is a government official, similar to an Ombudsman, who is responsible for protecting the rights of citizens against abuses by the state.