How to Say "occupying" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “occupying” is “invasor” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
adjectiveB2
describing a force that has taken control
Examples
El ejército invasor cruzó la frontera al amanecer.
The invading army crossed the border at dawn.
Esta es una especie invasora que daña el ecosistema.
This is an invasive species that damages the ecosystem.
Las tropas invasoras se quedaron en la capital.
The invading troops stayed in the capital.
Matching the Noun
This word must match the gender of what it describes. If you talk about an army (ejército - masculine), use 'invasor'. If you talk about a species (especie - feminine), use 'invasora'.
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