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    Cid (en. Cid)

    /siːd/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Honorific title of nobility used in medieval Spain.
    El Cid is one of the most emblematic characters in Spanish literature.
    El Cid es uno de los personajes más emblemáticos de la literatura española.
    Historical figure who lived in the 11th century and excelled as a military leader.
    Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar is known as El Cid Campeador.
    Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar es conocido como El Cid Campeador.
    Name given to literary works inspired by the figure of the Cid.
    The work 'El Cantar de mio Cid' narrates the exploits of this character.
    La obra 'El Cantar de mio Cid' narra las hazañas de este personaje.

    Etymology

    The term 'Cid' comes from the Arabic 'Sayyid', meaning 'lord' or 'noble'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    El Cid Campeador
    The full title of Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, recognized as a national hero.
    El Cid Campeador

    Related Words

    Campeador
    Title attributed to the Cid, meaning victor in battle.
    Campeador
    Rodrigo
    Given name of El Cid.
    Rodrigo

    Slang Meanings

    Reference to someone who is a great fighter or warrior.
    That guy is a true cid on the battlefield.
    Ese tipo es un verdadero cid en el campo de batalla.
    Term used in some groups to refer to a strong leader.
    We follow him because he is our cid.
    Lo seguimos porque es nuestro cid.