veterano
“veterano” means “military veteran” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
military veteran
Also: ex-soldier
📝 In Action
Mi abuelo es un veterano de guerra.
A2My grandfather is a war veteran.
El desfile de hoy es para honrar a los veteranos.
B1Today's parade is to honor the veterans.
Muchos veteranos regresan a casa con historias increíbles.
B2Many veterans return home with incredible stories.
seasoned, experienced
Also: long-time
📝 In Action
Juan es un periodista veterano que conoce bien la ciudad.
B1Juan is a seasoned journalist who knows the city well.
El equipo necesita un jugador veterano para guiar a los jóvenes.
B2The team needs an experienced player to lead the young ones.
Su estilo veterano se nota en la calidad de sus pinturas.
C1His experienced style is visible in the quality of his paintings.
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Words that translate to "veterano" in Spanish:
ex-soldier→experienced→long-time→military veteran→seasoned→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: veterano
Question 1 of 3
Which sentence correctly uses 'veterano' as a noun?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'veteranus,' which comes from 'vetus,' meaning 'old.' Originally used to describe soldiers who had served their full time.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'veterano' only for soldiers?
No. While it originally meant a soldier, it is now widely used to describe anyone with a lot of experience in a profession, like a 'veteran teacher' or 'veteran doctor'.
Does 'veterano' imply the person is old?
Not necessarily. It implies they have spent a long time in a specific role. A 40-year-old could be a 'veterano' if they started their career at 18.
Is there a female version?
Yes, 'veterana'. However, this entry specifically covers the masculine form 'veterano'.