Spanish Conversation · Level 52
75 words
Spanish word
pelea
Pronunciation
IPA/peˈlea/
Meaning
- feminine nounfight
Example
Vi una pelea en la calle.
I saw a fight in the street.
More examples
Después de la pelea hablaron y se disculparon.
After the fight they talked and apologized.
Core concept
Two people in a heated verbal and physical confrontation.
Common phrases
iniciar una pelea
start a fight
pelea callejera
street fight
pelea por celos
fight over jealousy
Similar words
discusión: A verbal argument over differing opinions, typically nonphysical.
riña: A short, emotionally charged quarrel that erupts suddenly.
bronca: A large, intense quarrel caused by strong anger and loud outbursts.
conflicto: A prolonged clash arising from opposing interests or positions.
Definition in Spanish
Suceso de discusión o lucha entre personas, abarcando desde una discusión verbal hasta una pelea física.
Word origin
The noun is formed from the verb pelear, which derives from Old Spanish pelejar meaning 'to struggle'.
Usage tips
- In everyday speech pelea covers both a loud argument and an actual brawl, while disputa or discusión are the usual choices for more formal or nonphysical disagreements.