How to Say "rapist" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “rapist” is “violador” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2
someone who commits sexual assault
Examples
La policía identificó al violador gracias a las cámaras de seguridad.
The police identified the rapist thanks to the security cameras.
El violador fue condenado a veinte años de prisión.
The rapist was sentenced to twenty years in prison.
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).
Choosing the right word
Mistake: “Using 'violador' for someone who parked illegally.”
Correction: Use 'infractor' or 'persona que cometió una infracción' for minor rules.
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