Cortesanas (en. Courtesans)

/koɾ.teˈsa.nas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Women who engaged in prostitution, often in refined environments.
The courtesans of ancient Rome were known for their beauty and intelligence.
Las cortesanas de la antigua Roma eran conocidas por su belleza y su inteligencia.
Women who maintained relationships with powerful men in exchange for goods or protection.
It is said that the courtesans of the court were influential in political decisions.
Se dice que las cortesanas de la corte eran influyentes en las decisiones políticas.
Individuals who lived off their charm, seducing rich and powerful men.
Courtesans were experts in the arts of conversation and seduction.
Las cortesanas eran expertas en las artes de la conversación y la seducción.

Etymology

Derives from the term 'court', related to life at court where these women operated.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to court a courtesan
To try to win the favor or attention of a high-society woman, often in a romantic or seductive manner.
cortejar a una cortesana
life of a courtesan
Lifestyle associated with luxuries and relationships with wealthy and powerful men.
vida de cortesana
luxury courtesan
Referring to a woman who offers her services in an exclusive and costly context.
cortesana de lujo

Related Words

prostitution
Condition of offering sexual services in exchange for financial compensation.
prostitución
luxury
Condition of living in abundance and opulence.
lujo
seduction
Action of attracting and awakening desire in another person.
seducción

Slang Meanings

Companion girl
She works as a companion girl in an exclusive escort house.
Ella trabaja como chica de compañía en una casa de citas exclusiva.
Companion lady
The companion lady was invited to the gala to entertain the guests.
La dama de compañía fue invitada a la gala para entretener a los invitados.
Luxury cat
I met a luxury cat who had an impressive lifestyle.
Conocí a una gata de lujo que tenía un estilo de vida impresionante.
Lady
Some ladies in that city prefer to be called 'courtesans' for the status.
Algunas ladies en esa ciudad prefieren ser llamadas 'cortesanas' por el estatus.