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    Caballerías (en. Cavalry)

    /kaβaˈɾeas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Set of war or work horses.
    The cavalry were essential in medieval battles.
    Las caballerías eran esenciales en las batallas medievales.
    Mounted army corps.
    The general decided to mobilize his cavalry for a surprise attack.
    El general decidió movilizar sus caballerías para un ataque sorpresa.
    Division or military unit composed of horseback soldiers.
    The cavalry was the first to arrive at the battlefield.
    La caballería fue la primera en llegar al campo de batalla.

    Etymology

    From the term 'knight,' referencing mounted cavalry.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To be in difficulties or in trouble.
    To be in difficulties or in trouble.
    Estar a las caballerías
    Honor cavalry
    Military unit that honors traditions.
    Caballería de honor

    Related Words

    knight
    Person who rides a horse.
    caballero
    chivalrous
    One who acts with courtesy and dignity.
    caballeroso
    little horse
    Young or small colt.
    caballito

    Slang Meanings

    To refer to endurance or perseverance.
    Despite the difficulties, he showed his perseverance and moved forward.
    A pesar de las dificultades, demostró sus caballerías y siguió adelante.
    Large open buildings or fields.
    Let's go to the open fields where there's plenty of space to play.
    Vamos a la caballerías donde hay mucho espacio para jugar.