Hidalgos (en. Hidalgos)

/iˈðalɣos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person of the lower nobility in Spain.
Hidalgos were important in medieval society.
Los hidalgos eran importantes en la sociedad medieval.
A man who has a noble title but does not own significant lands.
The hidalgo was identified by his lineage, although he lived modestly.
El hidalgo se identificaba por su linaje, aunque vivía modestamente.
A noble who has no material wealth but adheres to codes of honor.
Hidalgos acted with great honor and dignity.
Los hidalgos actuaban con gran honor y dignidad.

Etymology

From Old Spanish 'hidalgo', derived from 'hijo de algo', which means 'son of someone'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

noble by birth
A noble by birth.
hidalgo de sangre
noble at heart
One who behaves with honor and nobility without being noble by blood.
hidalgo de corazón

Related Words

nobility
A social class of people with titles and privileges.
nobleza
knight
A man who belongs to the nobility or who behaves courteously.
caballero

Slang Meanings

A man who acts proudly because of his lineage.
That guy is a true hidalgo, always strutting around because of his last name.
Ese tipo es un verdadero hidalgo, siempre pavoneándose por su apellido.
A term to refer to someone who considers themselves superior due to their status.
Don't be a hidalgo, we are all equal here.
No seas hidalgo, todos somos iguales aquí.