Spanish Military Vocabulary
Learn Spanish military vocabulary. This page contains a collection of words related to military topics translated from English to Spanish.
metralleta
machine
The word 'metralleta' in Spanish translates to 'machine gun' in English. 'Metralleta' comes from the combination of the Spanish words 'metralla', meaning shrapnel, and the diminutive ending '-eta'. While it could be assumed that 'metralleta' refers to 'machine', it is specificaly used for the term 'machine gun', which is a rapid-fire, automatic firearm designed for the tactical role of suppressing enemy troops.
Example sentences with metralleta →militar
military
In Spanish, 'militar' is used in similar contexts as in English, referring to anything related to the armed forces. It could be either a noun or an adjective, depending on the context. For example, 'uniforme militar' translates to 'military uniform', while 'El militar' would refer to 'The military man'.
Example sentences with militar →mina (antipersona)
mine (anti-person)
The Spanish word 'mina (antipersona)' is translated as 'mine (anti-person)' in English. It refers to a specific type of explosive device that is used primarily in warfare, designed to detonate when a person or vehicle comes into contact with it, hence the 'anti-person' specification. This term is commonly found in military discourse and can refer to both land and sea mines. The usage in everyday language, however, may vary depending on context.
Example sentences with mina (antipersona) →misil
missile
The Spanish word 'misil' translates to 'missile' in English. A missile is a weapon that is self-propelled and can be guided in flight. Missiles are used in military conflicts and can carry different types of warheads, such as explosive, chemical, or nuclear. They are launched from various platforms such as ships, planes, or land bases, and are used for various purposes such as attacking targets on land, at sea, or in the air.
Example sentences with misil →paz
peace
The Spanish word 'paz' is used nearly identically to how 'peace' is used in English. It can refer to a state of tranquility or quiet, but is often used in political and social contexts to refer to the absence of war or conflict. Like in English, 'paz' is a common word used in wishes and greetings, especially during holiday seasons and in religious contexts.
Example sentences with paz →pistola
gun
The Spanish word 'pistola' translates to 'gun' in English. It is a noun used to refer to a handheld device designed to discharge projectiles driven by rapidly expanding high-pressure gas produced by chemical reactions within a confined space. The term 'pistola' can be used in various contexts, including civilian, military, and law enforcement applications.
Example sentences with pistola →retirarse
Withdraw
The Spanish verb 'retirarse' translates to 'withdraw' in English. It can be utilized in many contexts, such as leaving a location, stepping back from a situation, or ceasing to participate in an event or activity. This is a reflexive verb, which means its action refers back to the doer. Therefore, the subject performs the action upon themselves. For example, 'Yo me retiro' means 'I withdraw myself' or just 'I withdraw'.
servicio militar (obligatorio)
military service (obligatory)
The Spanish term 'servicio militar (obligatorio)' translates to 'military service (obligatory)' in English. It refers to a government policy which mandates all qualifying citizens to serve in the nation's armed forces for a certain period of time. The obligation to perform military service often comes at a certain age and may involve training and active duty. In some countries, military service may be voluntary, but in others, it continues to be compulsory.
Example sentences with servicio militar (obligatorio) →sitio
site
The word 'sitio' in Spanish translates to 'site' in English. It is used in the same way as in English, to refer to a place or location. It can refer to a physical place or location, as well as an online website or location. For example, 'sitio de construcción' translates to 'construction site', while 'sitio web' translates to 'website'.
Example sentences with sitio →soldado
Soldier
The Spanish word 'soldado' translates to 'soldier' in English. A soldier is a member of the armed forces of a country. They are responsible for protecting the country, usually involving combat or warfare. Soldiers can be part of different branches within the armed forces, including infantry, artillery, air forces or navy. They have to undergo intensive training to prepare for their duties and may require to serve in different geographical locations, potentially even in dangerous situations. 'Soldado' can also be used metaphorically in Spanish to refer to someone who fights tirelessly for a cause or belief.
Example sentences with soldado →sublevación
uprising
The Spanish word 'sublevación' translates to 'uprising' in English. An 'uprising' refers to an act of resistance, rebellion, or revolt against an established authority or control. It usually involves a group of people who band together to protest or challenge a current system, often for political, social, or economic reasons. Hence, 'sublevación' can denote a powerful context of revolt and resistance in the Spanish language.
Example sentences with sublevación →submarino
submarine
A 'submarino' in Spanish is a watercraft capable of independent operation underwater. It differs from a submersible, which has more limited underwater capability.
Example sentences with submarino →tanque
Tank
The Spanish word 'tanque' translates to 'tank' in English. It can refer to a large container or receptacle for holding liquids or gases, like a water tank or fuel tank. Also, in a military context, it refers to a heavily armored combat vehicle fitted with a cannon and typically tracks.
Example sentences with tanque →torpedo
torpedo.
The Spanish word 'torpedo' translates to 'torpedo' in English. It is a self-propelled weapon with an explosive warhead, launched above or below the water surface, propelled underwater towards a target, and designed to detonate either on contact with its target or in proximity to it. Its usage in Spanish is similar to the usage in English in naval and military contexts. Furthermore, 'torpedo' can also refer to an unexpectedly harmful or destructive person or thing in a metaphoric sense in both languages.
Example sentences with torpedo →tratado de paz
peace treaty
The term 'tratado de paz' in Spanish translates as 'peace treaty' in English. It refers to an agreement that is made between two or more disputing parties, typically countries, that formally ends a state of war and establishes peace. Such a treaty often includes terms that outline how to maintain peaceful relations in the future.
Example sentences with tratado de paz →tropa
troop
The Spanish word 'tropa' translates to 'troop' in English. It is commonly used in military and scouting contexts to refer to a group of soldiers or scouts. It can also refer to a large group of people or animals, especially when they are involved in a shared activity or purpose.
Example sentences with tropa →vencer
defeat
The Spanish word 'vencer' corresponds to 'defeat' in English. It's used in a context where one person or team wins a competition or battle, effectively overpowering another. For instance, in a game or sport, the team that scores the most points would 'vencer' their opponents. Therefore, 'vencer' can also often signify a triumph or victory over a challenge, competitor, or adversity.