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

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

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.