lucha
“lucha” means “fight” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
fight, wrestling
Also: brawl
📝 In Action
En México, la lucha libre es muy popular.
A2In Mexico, freestyle wrestling is very popular.
Hubo una breve lucha entre los dos niños por el juguete.
B1There was a brief fight between the two children over the toy.
struggle, battle
Also: campaign
📝 In Action
La lucha contra la pobreza es global.
B1The struggle against poverty is global.
Superar la enfermedad fue una lucha constante.
B2Overcoming the illness was a constant battle.
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Quick Quiz: lucha
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses *lucha* in its abstract sense, meaning a great effort?
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The noun *lucha* comes directly from the verb *luchar*. This verb has roots in the Latin word *luctare*, meaning 'to wrestle' or 'to struggle violently,' often implying twisting or grappling.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (around 13th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'lucha' the same as 'pelea'?
They are similar, but not exactly the same. *Pelea* usually refers to a direct, often aggressive physical fight (like a quarrel or street fight). *Lucha* can be a physical fight, but it is also widely used for large, long-term, non-physical efforts, like 'the struggle for justice,' where *pelea* wouldn't fit as well.