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    Justas (en. Fair)

    /xuˈstas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Medieval competition between knights on horseback, where they faced each other using a lance.
    The justas were a highly anticipated spectacle at court.
    Las justas eran un espectáculo muy esperado en la corte.
    Tournament or contest in which various skill tests are carried out.
    In the justas, the participants demonstrated their bravery.
    En las justas, los participantes demostraron su valentía.

    Etymology

    The term 'justas' comes from the Latin 'justa', meaning 'the just' or 'the right', in reference to regulated combat.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    knightly tournaments
    Referring to medieval competitions between knights.
    justas de caballería
    to win the justas
    To win in a competition or contest.
    ganar las justas
    to be an expert in justas
    To excel in combat or tournament skills.
    ser un experto en justas

    Related Words

    just
    That acts according to justice or truth.
    justo
    justice
    Moral principle that determines the righteousness of actions.
    justicia
    justified
    That has a valid reason or cause.
    justificado

    Slang Meanings

    Act carried out to resolve a conflict.
    The fight was a justas between both.
    La pelea fue una justas entre ambos.
    To challenge or dare someone to a duel or competition.
    He challenged me to a justas, but it was just a joke.
    Me retó a unas justas, pero era solo una broma.