violador
/bee-oh-lah-DOR/
rapist
A depiction of a shadowy figure, symbolizing a dangerous predator or intruder.
violador(noun)
rapist
?someone who commits sexual assault
sexual predator
?describing someone who hunts or exploits others
📝 In Action
La policía identificó al violador gracias a las cámaras de seguridad.
B2The police identified the rapist thanks to the security cameras.
El violador fue condenado a veinte años de prisión.
B2The rapist was sentenced to twenty years in prison.
💡 Grammar Points
Making it Feminine
To talk about a woman, you change the ending to 'violadora'. This word is a person-word (noun) built from the action of 'violar' (to violate).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Choosing the right word
Mistake: "Using 'violador' for someone who parked illegally."
Correction: Use 'infractor' or 'persona que cometió una infracción' for minor rules.
⭐ Usage Tips
Very Heavy Word
This is a very serious and heavy word in Spanish. Use it carefully and only in appropriate legal or serious contexts.
A person breaking a boundary, representing a violator of rules or laws.
violador(noun)
violator
?someone who breaks a law, rule, or treaty
breaker
?someone who ignores a promise or pact
📝 In Action
Fue señalado como un violador de los derechos humanos.
C1He was labeled as a violator of human rights.
El país fue castigado por ser un violador de tratados internacionales.
C2The country was punished for being a violator of international treaties.
💡 Grammar Points
Abstract Subjects
When used in this formal sense, 'violador' is often followed by 'de' (of) to show exactly what rule or thing is being broken.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: violador
Question 1 of 1
In a modern, everyday conversation in a Spanish-speaking country, what is 'un violador' most likely to mean?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'violador' mean the same thing as 'infractor'?
Not exactly. 'Infractor' is a general term for anyone who breaks any rule (like a traffic ticket). 'Violador' is much more serious and usually refers to sexual crimes or major violations of human rights.
Is there a female version of this word?
Yes, it is 'violadora', though the masculine 'violador' is often used as a general term in legal contexts.