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la

feminine

/ˈbiktima/

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Translation

victim

Word origin

From Latin victima ('a creature offered in sacrifice'). The same root gives English victim.

Origin
Latin
Root
victima
English cognates
victim

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralvíctimas

Examples

.

The victim remains in a serious condition in hospital.

.

There were several victims in the accident.

.

Do not play the victim.

circunstancias.

He feels he is a victim of circumstance.

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The victim's family demanded justice.

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This word is part of lesson 12.