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    Ducados (en. Ducats)

    /duˈkaðos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Monetary unit that was used in several European countries and had different values and equivalences.
    The ducat was a coin of great value in medieval times.
    El ducado era una moneda de gran valor en la época medieval.
    Noble title that designates a duchy, territory governed by a duke.
    The Duchy of Alba is one of the most well-known in Spain.
    El ducado de Alba es uno de los más conocidos de España.

    Etymology

    Derived from Latin 'ducatum', meaning 'leadership' or 'duke's charge.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    where there is a ducat, there is nobility
    Indicates that in the presence of wealth or power there is also noble status.
    donde hay ducado, hay nobleza
    ducats in hand
    Expression that means having money or resources available.
    ducados en mano

    Related Words

    duke
    Noble who governs a duchy.
    duque
    ducat
    Territory governed by a duke.
    ducado
    nobility
    Social class that includes dukes and other noble titles.
    nobleza

    Slang Meanings

    Money in general.
    I need some ducados to go out tonight.
    Necesito unos ducados para salir esta noche.
    Something of great value.
    That car is a ducat.
    Ese coche es un ducado.