Saint-cyr (en. Saint-cyr)

/sɛ̃ siʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Body of military training in France.
Saint-Cyr is known for being one of the most prestigious military academies.
Saint-Cyr es conocido por ser una de las academias militares más prestigiosas.
Name of a town in the region of France.
The town of Saint-Cyr is famous for its natural beauty.
El pueblo de Saint-Cyr es famoso por su belleza natural.
Reference to the cavalry school of Saint-Cyr.
Many French generals were trained at the Saint-Cyr school.
Muchos generales franceses se formaron en la escuela de Saint-Cyr.

Etymology

Derived from the French word ‘Saint’ meaning ‘holy’ and ‘Cyr’ which is a proper name.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to go to saint-cyr
To go to a place related to the academy or the town.
aller à saint-cyr
to be saint-cyrien
To be a student or alumnus of the Saint-Cyr academy.
être saint-cyrien
domain of saint-cyr
Reference to the properties or land associated with Saint-Cyr.
domaine de saint-cyr

Related Words

military
Related to the armed forces or military service.
militar
academy
Educational institution specialized in a field of knowledge.
academia
cavalry
Part of an army that fights mounted on horseback.
caballería

Slang Meanings

Expression to refer to someone with great military skill.
That soldier is a true saint-cyr.
Ese soldado es un verdadero saint-cyr.
Colloquial term to describe someone studying at the academy.
Look at that kid, he's a saint-cyr in training.
Mira a ese chico, es un saint-cyr en formación.