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    Alcalá (en. Alcala)

    [al-ka-'la]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Designation of a type of defensive structure or high city.
    The alcalá of the city offers an impressive view.
    La alcalá de la ciudad ofrece una vista impresionante.
    Old term used to refer to a type of fortification.
    The alcalá were very common in the Middle Ages on the Iberian Peninsula.
    Los alcalá fueron muy comunes en la Edad Media en la península ibérica.

    Etymology

    From Hispano-Arabic 'al-qalʿa', which means fortress or castle.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in the alcalá
    In an elevated or secure position.
    en la alcalá
    alcalá of the city
    Fortified area within a city.
    alcalá de la ciudad

    Related Words

    alcázar
    Palace or large castle, often fortified.
    alcázar
    citadel
    Fortification that protects a city.
    ciudadela
    castle
    Fortified structure intended for defense.
    castillo

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term referring to a secure position.
    In this quiet neighborhood, everyone feels in alcalá.
    En este barrio tan tranquilo, todos se sienten en alcalá.
    Referring to a person with a good social position.
    That businessman has earned his alcalá in the community.
    Ese empresario se ha ganado su alcalá en la comunidad.