guerrero
“guerrero” means “warrior” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
warrior
Also: fighter, combatant
📝 In Action
El guerrero defendió a su pueblo con valentía.
A2The warrior defended his people with bravery.
Mi abuela es una guerrera, superó tres enfermedades graves.
B1My grandmother is a fighter; she overcame three serious illnesses.
Los antiguos guerreros celtas eran temidos por sus enemigos.
B2The ancient Celtic warriors were feared by their enemies.
warlike
Also: fighting, combative
📝 In Action
Esa tribu tenía un carácter muy guerrero.
B1That tribe had a very warlike character.
Necesitamos mantener ese espíritu guerrero en el partido final.
B2We need to maintain that fighting spirit in the final game.
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Which sentence uses 'guerrero' as an adjective (a descriptive word)?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the Spanish word 'guerra' (war), which itself has Germanic roots (specifically from Frankish, related to words meaning 'confusion' or 'strife'). It describes someone defined by or skilled in conflict.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between *guerrero* and *soldado*?
A *guerrero* (warrior) is a broader, often historical or heroic term for someone skilled in combat, or someone fighting a major challenge (like an illness). A *soldado* (soldier) is specifically a person enlisted in a modern, formal army or military force.