Hidalga (en. Noblewoman)

/iˈðalɣa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
It refers to a woman who belongs to the nobility or has a high social status.
The hidalga of the village was known for her generosity.
La hidalga del pueblo era conocida por su generosidad.
A woman who shows qualities of nobility in her actions and behaviors.
Her hidalguía was evident in the way she treated others.
Su hidalguía se notaba en su manera de tratar a los demás.
A term used to describe a woman of honorable and noble character.
In ancient times, the hidalga was responsible for the education of children.
En tiempos antiguos, la hidalga se ocupaba de la educación de los niños.

Etymology

It comes from the term 'hidalgo', which refers to a person of the high nobility, with the addition of the feminine suffix.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be a hidalga
Referring to a woman who acts in a noble and generous manner.
ser una hidalga
of hidalga lineage
Typical of a noble family or one with distinguished lineage.
de hidalga estirpe

Related Words

hidalgo
A person of Spanish nobility, especially of low rank.
hidalgo
nobility
A social class that has privileges and wealth.
nobleza
aristocracy
A group that possesses privileges due to their nobility or lineage.
aristocracia

Slang Meanings

A woman with class or distinction in her behavior.
That girl is a true hidalga, always elegant.
Esa chica es una verdadera hidalga, siempre elegante.
It is used to refer to a woman who acts with generosity and nobility.
Don't worry, she is a hidalga; she always helps others.
No te preocupes, ella es hidalga; siempre ayuda a los demás.