invasor
“invasor” means “invader” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
invader
Also: attacker
📝 In Action
El invasor fue expulsado del territorio nacional.
B2The invader was expelled from the national territory.
Los invasores destruyeron los puentes antes de retirarse.
B2The invaders destroyed the bridges before retreating.
No queremos que ningún invasor controle nuestra ciudad.
B1We don't want any invader to control our city.
invading, invasive
Also: occupying
📝 In Action
El ejército invasor cruzó la frontera al amanecer.
B1The invading army crossed the border at dawn.
Esta es una especie invasora que daña el ecosistema.
B2This is an invasive species that damages the ecosystem.
Las tropas invasoras se quedaron en la capital.
B2The invading troops stayed in the capital.
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Which word would you use to describe a plant that is taking over a garden where it doesn't belong?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin verb 'invadere', which combines 'in-' (into) and 'vadere' (to go). It literally means 'to go into' or 'to rush in'.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'invasor' and 'invasivo'?
Use 'invasor' for literal takeovers, like an army or a weed in a garden. Use 'invasivo' for things that feel pushy or intrusive, like a medical surgery (cirugía invasiva) or a nosy question (pregunta invasiva).
Can I use 'invasor' for a person who enters my house without permission?
Yes, but 'intruso' (intruder) is much more common for a burglar or someone sneaking into a house. 'Invasor' sounds much more large-scale, like a war.
Is 'invasor' always a negative word?
Yes, it almost always carries a negative meaning because it implies taking something by force or without permission.