enemigos
/eh-neh-MEE-gos/
enemies
As a noun, "enemigos" refers to people who are in opposition or hate each other.
enemigos(Noun)
enemies
?people who oppose or hate others
foes
?more formal or literary
,adversaries
?opponents in a competition or conflict
📝 In Action
Los dos equipos eran viejos enemigos en el campo de fútbol.
A2The two teams were old enemies on the soccer field.
El presidente dijo que la pobreza y la corrupción son los verdaderos enemigos del país.
B1The president said that poverty and corruption are the country's true enemies.
💡 Grammar Points
Plural Form
'Enemigos' is the plural form of 'enemigo' (enemy). The '-os' ending tells you there is more than one person, and that the group is either all male or a mix of male and female people.
⭐ Usage Tips
Watch the Gender
If you are referring to a group of only women, use 'enemigas'. If it's a mixed group, use 'enemigos'.
When used as an adjective, "enemigos" describes forces that are hostile or opposing.
📝 In Action
Las fuerzas enemigos intentaron un ataque sorpresa al amanecer.
B2The hostile forces attempted a surprise attack at dawn.
El informe identificó varios grupos enemigos de la libertad de expresión.
C1The report identified several groups hostile to freedom of expression.
💡 Grammar Points
Adjective Agreement
When used as an adjective (to describe a noun), 'enemigos' must match the noun it describes. Since 'enemigos' is plural and masculine, it describes plural masculine nouns like 'ejércitos' (armies) or 'grupos' (groups).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: enemigos
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses the word 'enemigos'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'enemigos' and 'rivales'?
Both refer to opposition. 'Enemigos' implies deep hatred, war, or serious conflict. 'Rivales' usually refers to competition in sports, business, or politics where the opposition is less personal or violent.
Why does 'enemigos' look like 'amigos'?
They share the same root! Both words come from the Latin word for 'friend' (*amicus*). 'Amigos' means friends, while 'enemigos' includes the negative prefix 'en-' (like 'un-' in English), meaning 'not friends.'