Nobles (en. Nobles)

/ˈno.βles/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
People who belong to a privileged social group.
The royal family was composed of nobles who governed the lands.
La familia real estaba compuesta por nobles que gobernaban sobre las tierras.
Qualities of greatness and generosity in behavior.
His noble heart led him to help the needy.
Su noble corazón lo llevó a ayudar a los necesitados.
In history, titles of nobility that indicate a rank.
The count and countess were nobles of the court.
El conde y la condesa eran nobles de la corte.

Etymology

From Latin 'nobilis', which means 'illustrious' or 'distinguished'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

noble cause
A just cause worthy of support.
noble causa
noble heart
A generous and kind person.
corazón noble
nobility obliges
An expression that implies that having nobility comes with responsibilities.
nobleza obliga

Related Words

nobility
Set of nobles in a country.
nobleza
noble
Adjective that indicates a person of elevated condition or kind character.
noble
noblesse
Term that refers to nobility in a broader context.
noblesse

Slang Meanings

A person with privileges who is uncomprehending towards others.
Don't be noble, not everyone has the same luck.
No seas noble, no todos tienen la misma suerte.
Noble at heart; a person who acts out of benevolent impulse.
He is noble at heart, always ready to help.
Es un noble de corazón, siempre listo para ayudar.