protesta
/proh-TESS-tah/
protest
A public demonstration or objection is called a protesta.
protesta(noun)
protest
?public demonstration or objection
,complaint
?formal expression of dissatisfaction
demonstration
?public gathering
,objection
?formal statement of disagreement
📝 In Action
La protesta de los estudiantes llenó las calles.
B1The students' protest filled the streets.
Presentamos una protesta escrita al gerente por el mal servicio.
B2We filed a written complaint with the manager about the poor service.
Hubo una pequeña protesta frente al ayuntamiento.
A2There was a small demonstration in front of the city hall.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Reminder
Even though it ends in '-a,' remember that the word 'protesta' is always feminine, so you use 'la' (la protesta) or 'una' (una protesta).
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal vs. Public
Use 'protesta' for both large public events (like a march) and for formal, written complaints (like a letter to a company).
When someone objects strongly, he or she protesta (protests).
protesta(verb)
protests
?he/she/it protests
,you protest
?formal singular 'usted' form
complains
?he/she/it complains
📝 In Action
Mi hermano siempre protesta cuando tiene que limpiar.
A1My brother always protests (or complains) when he has to clean.
El presidente protesta que la decisión es injusta.
B1The president protests that the decision is unfair.
¿Por qué protesta usted tanto por el precio?
A2Why do you (formal) complain so much about the price?
💡 Grammar Points
Same Word, Different Job
The word 'protesta' is exactly the same for the noun (the protest) and the verb form (he/she protests). You know which one it is by the words around it, like 'la' (noun) or 'él' (verb).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the Wrong Preposition
Mistake: "Protestó de la decisión."
Correction: Protestó por la decisión. (When protesting the reason or topic, use 'por' or 'contra'.)
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
imperfect
present
preterite
subjunctive
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: protesta
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'protesta' as a noun?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'protesta' only used for political demonstrations?
No. While it's often used for large public events, 'protesta' is also the standard word for any formal complaint, like a complaint you file with a school or a company.
How do I say 'protester' (the person)?
You can use 'el/la manifestante' (the demonstrator) or 'el/la protestante.' 'Manifestante' is often more common when referring to a person participating in a public march.