guerrilla warfare

Pronunciation

Noun B2 Upper-intermediate

A style of fighting using small, mobile groups that rely on ambush, sabotage, and surprise rather than large, direct battles.

"Facing a much larger army, the rebels turned to guerrilla warfare in the mountains."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Facing a much larger army, the rebels turned to _____ in the mountains."

Answer: guerrilla warfare

In your own words, what does "guerrilla warfare" mean?

A style of fighting using small, mobile groups that rely on ambush, sabotage, and surprise rather than large, direct battles.