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    Caudillo (en. Leader)

    /kawdˈi.ʝo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Political or military leader who exercises authoritarian power.
    The caudillo took control of the country after the coup d'état.
    El caudillo tomó el control del país después del golpe de estado.
    Person who leads a troop or army.
    The leader of the war was admired for his bravery.
    El caudillo de la guerra fue admirado por su valentía.
    Title used in Spain to refer to certain political leaders.
    Franco was known as the caudillo of Spain.
    Franco fue conocido como el caudillo de España.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'capitĭlum', meaning 'head' or 'chief'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    The leader
    Refers to the authoritarian leader or dictator.
    El caudillo
    Military leader
    Leader of an army in times of war.
    Caudillo militar
    Political leader
    Leader who exercises control in the political realm.
    Caudillo político

    Related Words

    authoritarianism
    Political system in which absolute power is exercised.
    autoritarismo
    dictator
    Ruler who exercises power without legal limitations.
    dictador
    military chief
    Person who commands an army or a military operation.
    jefe militar

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it is used to refer to a charismatic leader.
    That politician is seen as a caudillo by his followers.
    Ese político es visto como un caudillo por sus seguidores.
    Sometimes used pejoratively to refer to an authoritarian leader.
    They fear that the caudillo will impose his will.
    Tienen miedo de que el caudillo imponga su voluntad.