Soldadesca (en. Soldiery)

/sol.da.'des.ka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A group of soldiers under the same command.
The soldiers marched in formation through the city.
La soldadesca marchó en formación por la ciudad.
A term that collectively denotes soldiers in certain eras.
In the past, the soldiers were considered a symbol of honor.
Antiguamente, la soldadesca era considerada como un símbolo de honor.
Dedication or commitment to military life.
His life was marked by the soldiers from a young age.
Su vida estuvo marcada por la soldadesca desde joven.

Etymology

It derives from the term 'soldier,' with the suffix '-esca' indicating belonging or relation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

soldiers of the king
It refers to the soldiers who serve directly under the monarch.
soldadesca del rey
to join the soldiers
To enter the armed forces or a military group.
unirse a la soldadesca

Related Words

soldier
A person who serves in an army.
soldado
military
Relating to the armed forces.
militar

Slang Meanings

A close-knit group of friends who support each other in everything.
They are my soldiers; we are always together through thick and thin.
Ellos son mi soldadesca, siempre estamos juntos en las buenas y en las malas.
A person who exhibits very disciplined or rigorous behavior.
Since he started studying at the academy, he has become very disciplined.
Desde que empezó a estudiar en la academia, se ha vuelto una soldadesca.