judas
/ˈxudas/masculine
The Spanish word judas means traitor.
When used as a common noun to mean 'traitor', the word is typically not capitalized in Spanish.
Meaning: traitor (noun)
Which one should you use?
Capitalization distinguishes the proper name of the biblical figure from the common noun meaning 'traitor'.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some regions, such as Mexico, 'Santiago' is used as a euphemism for Judas.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The word judas is a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈxudas/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking communities, the effigy of judas burned during Holy Week is not just a symbol but is sometimes constructed to look like a local figure who caused trouble during the year.
- During Holy Week in some Spanish towns, locals burn an effigy of judas in a public square to symbolically purge the community of betrayal and evil.
- While judas means traitor, Spanish speakers often use the term vendido to describe someone who betrayed their principles for money, adding a layer of greed to the act.
Examples in context
- Judas traicionó a Cristo.Judas betrayed Christ.This sentence is useful for showing the use of judas as a name.Tatoeba #1966655 by hayastan, translation #12983784 by araneo
- ¿Crees que Judas traicionó a Jesucristo?Do you believe Judas betrayed Jesus Christ?Tatoeba #1135963 by Shishir, translation #1334386 by CM
- El traidor Judas vendió a Jesús por treinta monedasThe traitor Judas sold Jesus for thirty pieces of silver
- No seas un Judas IscarioteDon't be a Judas Iscariote
- ¡No puedo creer que me hayas traicionado, Judas el traidor!I can't believe you betrayed me, Judas the traitor!
- No confío en él, es un judas.I don't trust him, he is a traitor.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a former coworker who revealed their secrets.
- AlejandroÉl le contó todo al jefe.He told everything to the boss.
- Lucía¡Qué mal! Es un auténtico judas.How bad! He is a real traitor.
- AlejandroNadie en la oficina lo quiere.Nobody in the office likes him.
- LucíaEs comprensible, fue muy desleal.It is understandable, he was very disloyal.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “judas” translations and entries judas, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
