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spectator

[/spɛkˈteɪtər/]
nounmasculine/femininepl: spectators
espectador
1. a person who watches a show, game, or other event
The spectators cheered loudly during the final match.
Os espectadores aplaudiram durante a partida final.
2. an observer of an event who is not participating
As a mere spectator, she watched the debate from the audience.
Como mera espectadora, ela assistiu ao debate da plateia.
Synonyms
observerviewerwatcheraudience memberonlooker
Antonyms
participantcompetitorperformerplayer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espectador
most common usage in Brazil
Brazil
assistente
informal alternative, less formal than espectador
Portugal
espectador
standard usage in Portugal
Portugal
assistente
used interchangeably with espectador

Related Idioms & Phrases

armchair spectator - someone who observes and comments without participating
spectator sport - an event designed primarily for viewing rather than participation
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