traidores
“traidores” means “traitors” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
traitors
Also: backstabbers
📝 In Action
La historia los recuerda como traidores a la corona.
B2History remembers them as traitors to the crown.
No queremos traidores en nuestro equipo.
B1We don't want traitors on our team.
treacherous
Also: backstabbing, deceptive
📝 In Action
Sus actos traidores fueron descubiertos rápidamente.
B2Their treacherous acts were quickly discovered.
Tengan cuidado con esos pensamientos traidores.
C1Be careful with those deceptive thoughts.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "traidores" in Spanish:
backstabbers→backstabbing→deceptive→traitors→treacherous→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: traidores
Question 1 of 1
Which of these groups would you refer to as 'traidores'?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'traditor,' which literally means 'one who hands over' or 'delivers.' It originally referred to people who handed over sacred items or betrayed their companions.
First recorded: 12th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the singular form of 'traidores'?
The singular form is 'traidor'.
Can 'traidores' be used for women?
Only if there is at least one man in the group. If the group consists entirely of women, you must use 'traidoras'.