Spanish Conversation · Level 91
59 words
Spanish word
rebelde
Pronunciation
IPA/reˈβelde/
Meaning
- adjectiverebellious
Example
Mi hermano es rebelde.
My brother is rebellious.
More examples
El comportamiento rebelde complicó la situación.
The rebellious behavior complicated the situation.
Core concept
Person standing with arms crossed facing an authority figure.
Common phrases
adolescente rebelde
rebellious adolescent
actitud rebelde
rebellious attitude
comportamiento rebelde
rebellious behavior
Similar words
desobediente: Refuses to follow orders or instructions, showing an unwillingness to obey commands.
inconformista: Rejects social norms and common practices, prioritizing personal ideas and choices.
revoltoso: Causes disturbances through unruly, noisy behavior that disrupts order.
contestatario: Publicly opposes established ideas or institutions, taking a critical protest stance.
Definition in Spanish
Que manifiesta oposición o rebeldía frente a la autoridad, las reglas o las expectativas sociales, a menudo de forma temporal.
Word origin
From Latin rebellis, formed from re- 'again' and bellare 'to fight', originally meaning 'take up arms again' and later extending to personal opposition to authority or rules.
Usage tips
- Ser rebelde describes a lasting rebellious character, while estar rebelde describes a temporary rebellious mood.