luchador
“luchador” means “wrestler” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
wrestler
Also: fighter
📝 In Action
El luchador entró al ring con una máscara colorida.
A2The wrestler entered the ring with a colorful mask.
Mi tío fue un gran luchador de lucha libre en su juventud.
B1My uncle was a great 'lucha libre' wrestler in his youth.
Él es un luchador incansable por la justicia social.
B2He is a tireless fighter for social justice.
hard-working
Also: determined
📝 In Action
Juan es un hombre muy luchador; tiene tres trabajos.
B1Juan is a very hard-working man; he has three jobs.
Es un pueblo luchador que siempre sale adelante.
B2It is a determined community that always moves forward.
Para tener éxito en los negocios, hay que ser luchador.
B2To be successful in business, you have to be persistent.
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What does 'luchador' mean when describing someone's personality?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish verb 'luchar' (to fight/struggle), which comes from the Latin word 'luctari', meaning to wrestle or strive.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'luchador' always about physical fighting?
No! While it can mean a wrestler or combatant, it is very commonly used metaphorically to describe someone who works hard for their family, their career, or a social cause.
Can I use 'luchador' for a woman?
For a woman, you would change the ending to 'luchadora'.
What is the difference between 'luchador' and 'guerrero'?
'Guerrero' usually means 'warrior' and has a more historical or military feel. 'Luchador' is more common for daily life struggles or specific sports like wrestling.