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fascista

fas-SEES-tah/fasˈθista/

“fascista” means “fascist” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:

fascist

Also: authoritarian
Adjectivem or fB2
A row of identical, rigid toy soldiers standing at strict attention under a single bright light.

📝 In Action

Muchos países lucharon contra el régimen fascista.

B2

Many countries fought against the fascist regime.

No seas tan fascista, deja que cada uno dé su opinión.

C1

Don't be so bossy/intolerant, let everyone give their opinion.

La propaganda fascista era muy común en esa época.

B2

Fascist propaganda was very common in that era.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • democrático (democratic)
  • tolerante (tolerant)

Common Collocations

  • dictadura fascista – fascist dictatorship
  • ideología fascista – fascist ideology

fascist

Nounm or fB2
A single figure in a sharp, dark uniform standing on a podium with a stern expression, overlooking a silent crowd.

📝 In Action

Él se declaró fascista ante la prensa.

B2

He declared himself a fascist to the press.

Los fascistas marcharon por las calles de la ciudad.

B2

The fascists marched through the city streets.

Ella es una antifascista convencida.

C1

She is a convinced anti-fascist.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • totalitario (totalitarian)

Common Collocations

  • un fascista declarado – an avowed fascist

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "fascista" in Spanish:

authoritarian→fascist→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: fascista

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How do you say 'The fascist woman' in Spanish?

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👥 Word Family▼
fascismo(fascism) — Noun
antifascista(anti-fascist) — Adjective
neofascista(neo-fascist) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼

From the Italian word 'fascista', which comes from 'fascio' (meaning a bundle or group). This referred to the 'fasces', an ancient Roman symbol of authority consisting of a bundle of sticks tied around an axe.

First recorded: Early 20th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: fascistFrench: fascisteItalian: fascista

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'fascista' always a political term?

Mostly yes, but in casual conversation, it is sometimes used to describe someone who is extremely authoritarian, bossy, or intolerant of other opinions.

Can I use 'fascisto' for a man?

No. In Spanish, words ending in '-ista' are gender-neutral. Using 'fascisto' is a common mistake for learners.

Is it a common word in Spain?

Yes, especially because of Spain's history with the Franco regime. It is a very powerful and often sensitive word.