Spanish Word · Intermediate
exrehén
former hostage
Pronunciation: say exrehén
Meaning
former hostage
Example
En lo mejor de su ataque “al imperialismo” se presentó el Comandante del Regimiento acompañado de uno de los exrehenes, los que sin decir pío lo ensangrentaron a golpes.
In the best of [someone’s] attack ‘on imperialism’ he was presented to the regiment commander accompanied by one of the former hostages, whom they wordlessly hit until he bled.
Practice tips
- Practice exrehén out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.