víctimas

VEEK-tee-mahsˈbiɣt̪imas

“víctimas” means “victims” in Spanish (people who suffer harm or loss).

victims

Also: casualties, those affected

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A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration showing two simplified figures standing close together, both looking distressed with downward expressions. One figure is gently holding the other's hand for support, symbolizing victims seeking comfort.

📝 In Action

Las inundaciones dejaron cientos de víctimas sin hogar.

The floods left hundreds of victims homeless.

Es importante proteger los derechos de las víctimas del crimen.

It is important to protect the rights of crime victims.

Las autoridades prometieron ayuda inmediata a todas las víctimas.

The authorities promised immediate help to all the victims.

Word Connections

Synonyms

afectados (affected people)
damnificados (disaster sufferers)

Antonyms

agresores (aggressors)
culpables (guilty parties)

Common Collocations

víctimas mortales – fatal casualties / dead victims
ayudar a las víctimas – to help the victims

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "víctimas" in Spanish:

those affected→victims→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: víctimas

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses the noun 'víctimas'?

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👥 Word Family▼

víctima(victim (singular)) — Noun

victimizar(to victimize) — Verb

victimario(perpetrator, culprit (literally 'victimizer')) — Noun

🎵 Rhymes▼

máximasíntimas

📚 Etymology▼

This word comes from the Latin word *victima*, which originally meant 'a sacrificial animal' or 'a person devoted to destruction'. Over time, the meaning evolved to describe anyone who suffers harm or loss.

First recorded: 15th century (Spanish)

Cognates (Related words)

English: victimFrench: victimesItalian: vittime

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Frequently Asked Questions

If I am talking about male victims, should I say 'los víctimas'?

No. The word 'víctima' (and its plural 'víctimas') is one of those special Spanish nouns that is always grammatically feminine, even when referring to men. You must use 'las': 'las víctimas'.