defensor
/defenˈsoɾ/
The English word "defender" is translated into Spanish as defensor.
Meaning: players (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is derived from the verb defender, meaning "to defend", combined with the suffix -sor, which denotes an agent or a person who performs an action.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun changes based on gender and number. Use defensora when referring to a female defender. For a group of male defenders or a mixed-gender group, use the plural defensores. If the group consists only of female defenders, use defensoras.
How do you pronounce it?
/defenˈsoɾ/
Did you know?
- When praising a defensor for a great play, fans might use the word muro, meaning 'wall', to describe their style of play.
- The term zaguero is a specialized synonym for defensor that originates from the word zaga, meaning 'the rear'. It emphasizes the player's physical position at the back of the formation rather than their action of defending.
- In a legal setting, the term defensora can also refer to a 'defender of rights', such as a women's rights advocate, rather than a courtroom lawyer.
Examples in context
- Mary es una infatigable defensora de los derechos de las comunidades indígenas.Mary is an indefatigable defender of the rights of indigenous communities.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use the feminine form defensora.Tatoeba #7917272 by Seael, translation #10154149 by shekitten
- Él es un experimentado defensor de los derechos humanos.He is an experienced defender of human rights.
- Contrató a un abogado para que lo defienda en el juicio.He hired a lawyer to defend him in court.
- El héroe defendió a capa y espada a los más vulnerables.The hero defended the most vulnerable tooth and nail.
- Voy a abogar por los derechos de los animales.I'm going to advocate for animal rights.
- Él es un defensor muy rápido.He is a very fast defender.
- Necesitamos un defensor para el equipo.We need a defender for the team.
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Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are discussing their soccer team's strategy.
- ElenaMateo, ¿quién será nuestro defensor hoy?Mateo, who will be our defender today?
- MateoCreo que Luis es el mejor defensor.I think Luis is the best defender.
- ElenaEstoy de acuerdo con eso.I agree with that.
- MateoEntonces él jugará en esa posición.Then he will play in that position.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry defensor, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
