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discípulo

dee-SEE-poo-loh/diˈsi.pu.lo/

“discípulo” means “disciple” in Spanish (a follower of a teacher, philosopher, or religious leader).

disciple

Also: follower, apprentice
NounmB1
General
A young student sitting on the grass, listening intently to an elderly teacher under a large leafy tree.

📝 In Action

El gran pintor renacentista tenía un discípulo muy talentoso.

B1

The great Renaissance painter had a very talented disciple.

Sócrates enseñaba a sus discípulos en las plazas de Atenas.

B1

Socrates taught his disciples in the squares of Athens.

Se considera un fiel discípulo de las ideas de su abuelo.

B2

He considers himself a faithful follower of his grandfather's ideas.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • fiel discípulo – faithful disciple
  • discípulo predilecto – favorite/preferred disciple
  • antiguo discípulo – former disciple

Idioms & Expressions

  • El discípulo supera al maestro – When a student becomes better than their teacher.

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "discípulo" in Spanish:

apprentice→disciple→follower→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: discípulo

Question 1 of 3

Which of these people would most likely be called a 'discípulo'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
disciplina(discipline) — Noun
discipulado(discipleship) — Noun
disciplinar(to discipline) — Verb
🎵 Rhymes▼
títuloartículocapítulo
📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'discipulus', which comes from 'discere', meaning 'to learn'.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: disciplePortuguese: discípuloFrench: disciple

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use 'discípulo' for a college student?

It sounds very formal or dramatic for college. Use 'estudiante' for academic settings unless you are specifically referring to someone who is a devoted follower of a specific professor's unique theories.

Is 'discípulo' only for religious contexts?

No. While common in religious texts (like the disciples of Jesus), it is also used in art, philosophy, and martial arts to describe an apprentice or dedicated follower.

Does it have a feminine version?

Yes, if you are referring specifically to a female follower, you would use 'discípula'.