Spanish Conversation · Level 86
60 words
Spanish word
enfrentamiento
Pronunciation
IPA/enfɾentaˈmjento/
Meaning
- masculine nounconfrontation
Example
Hubo un enfrentamiento entre los dos vecinos por el ruido.
There was a confrontation between the two neighbors over the noise.
More examples
El enfrentamiento entre los seguidores dejó varios heridos.
The confrontation between the supporters left several injured.
Core concept
Two people facing each other in a tense standoff.
Common phrases
enfrentamiento entre vecinos
confrontation between neighbors
enfrentamiento armado
armed confrontation
Similar words
conflicto: Sustained opposition of interests or goals that generates prolonged tension between groups.
confrontación: Immediate, face-to-face encounter in which opponents directly challenge one another.
disputa: Verbal disagreement over claims or rights expressed through argument or debate.
pelea: Heated personal quarrel or physical fight driven by strong emotion and hostility.
Definition in Spanish
Indica un enfrentamiento abierto entre dos partes, frecuentemente con choque de posiciones o intereses.
Word origin
From the verb enfrentar (en- + frente, from Latin frons 'forehead') with the nominal suffix -miento, literally 'the act of facing' and so 'a confrontation'.
Usage tips
- Common in news and formal reports about politics or sports and commonly collocates with entre (un enfrentamiento entre A y B), so it often sounds stronger than discusión or pelea in casual speech.