traïdora

Traïdora is a feminine noun in Catalan that designates a woman who betrays someone’s trust or a cause. The masculine form is traïdor, and together they form the standard gendered pair used to describe treachery. In broader Catalan usage, traïdora may be employed metaphorically to denote someone who breaks confidences or acts against a group’s interests.

Etymology and orthography: traïdora derives from the Latin traditor, “one who hands over,” through the Catalan form traïdor. The diaeresis on the i (ï) indicates that the syllables are separate, resulting in the pronunciation tra-ï-do-ra.

Usage and context: the term appears in Catalan literature, journalism, and political discourse to label a person who betrays trust or a collective project. While typically pejorative, its exact tone depends on context, ranging from a neutral description of behavior to a strong accusation or insult. The word also appears in discussions of ethics, loyalty, and social norms within Catalan-speaking communities.

Variants and related terms: closely related forms include traïdor (masculine) and traïdora (feminine). Cognate terms exist in related Romance languages, such as Spanish traidora. The concept also has parallel terms in English (traitor) and other languages, reflecting a common linguistic root in traditore/traditore-type words.

See also: traitor; traïdor; traïdora.