Francisca (en. Francisca)

/franˈsiska/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A combat weapon that is thrown, with a wide and pointed blade.
The warrior threw his francisca with great precision.
El guerrero lanzó su francisca con gran precisión.
An instrument used in the Middle Ages in certain regions for warfare.
The franciscas were feared for their effectiveness on the battlefield.
Las franciscas eran temidas por su efectividad en el campo de batalla.
A feminine proper name, several women have this name.
Francisca is a common name in some Spanish families.
Francisca es un nombre común en algunas familias españolas.

Etymology

From Latin 'Franciscus', meaning 'French', associated with Gothic and Spanish culture.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to throw the francisca
To make a decisive strike or impact in a situation.
meter la francisca

Related Words

franciscano
Related to Saint Francis of Assisi or his religious order.
franciscano
francisco
Masculine name derived from the same origin as francisca.
francisco

Slang Meanings

Colloquial expression to refer to a person who is strong and determined.
That girl is a francisca, she always knows what she wants.
Esa chica es una francisca, siempre sabe lo que quiere.
Term used to describe someone who is direct or confrontational.
Don't beat around the bush, be francisca as always.
No te andes con rodeos, sé francisca como siempre.