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anarkista

anarkísta with stress marks

anarchist

noun a-nar-KIS-ta Spanish origin Rare

Usage Note

Anarkista is borrowed from Spanish anarquista and refers to a person who adheres to anarchism. Used in political and academic contexts, it can also be applied loosely in informal speech to someone who disregards rules or authority.

Examples

Beginner

" Isa siyang anarkista. "

Natural Translation

He is an anarchist.

Literal Translation

One he anarchist.

Intermediate

" Siya ay isang anarkista. "

Natural Translation

He/She is an anarchist.

Literal Translation

He/She is one anarchist.

Advanced

" Tinawag siyang anarkista ng mga kritiko dahil hindi siya naniniwala sa anumang anyo ng pamahalaan o awtoridad. "

Natural Translation

The critics called him an anarchist because he does not believe in any form of government or authority.

Literal Translation

Called him anarchist the critics because not he believes in any form of government or authority.

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