fugitivo
“fugitivo” means “fugitive” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
fugitive
Also: runaway
📝 In Action
La policía capturó al fugitivo después de tres días.
B1The police captured the fugitive after three days.
El fugitivo de la justicia cruzó la frontera anoche.
B2The fugitive from justice crossed the border last night.
fleeing
Also: fugitive
📝 In Action
Lleva una vida fugitiva desde que escapó de la cárcel.
B2He has been living a life on the run since he escaped from jail.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: fugitivo
Question 1 of 2
Which of these people is a 'fugitivo'?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'fugitivus,' which comes from 'fugere,' meaning 'to flee.' It's the same root that gave us the English word 'fugitive.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'fugitivo' for a lost dog?
Not usually. For a lost or runaway pet, it's more natural to use 'escapado' or 'perdido.' 'Fugitivo' sounds very dramatic, like a criminal.
What is the difference between 'fugitivo' and 'prófugo'?
They are very similar. 'Prófugo' is more formal and used in legal contexts, while 'fugitivo' is the more common word in everyday language and entertainment.