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    Castelo (en. Castle)

    /kas'telo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Large and strong building, generally used as a fortress.
    The medieval castle is surrounded by a moat.
    El castelo medieval está rodeado de un foso.
    Residence of a noble or high-society individuals.
    The prince lives in a majestic castle.
    El príncipe vive en un majestuoso castelo.
    Structure that symbolizes power and authority.
    The castle on the hill is an attraction for tourists.
    El castelo en la colina es una atracción para los turistas.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'castellum', which means small fortress.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    castle on the top
    It refers to a situation of privilege or advantage.
    castelo en la cima
    to live in a castle
    To have a comfortable and worry-free life.
    vivir en un castelo

    Related Words

    castle
    Similar structure, generally larger and more recognized.
    castillo
    walls
    Walls that protect a castle or city.
    murallas
    nobility
    Social class to which the owners of castles often belong.
    nobleza

    Slang Meanings

    Shelter or safe place.
    That bar is my castle where I feel protected.
    Ese bar es mi castelo donde me siento protegido.
    A place where a party or gathering is organized.
    Let's go to Ana's castle for the party tonight.
    Vamos al castelo de Ana para la fiesta esta noche.