English–Spanish
“citadel” in Spanish
How to say “citadel” in Spanish
“Citadel” in Spanish is alcazaba.
Stone citadel with curtain walls and multiple towers on a hill.
Example sentences with alcazaba
Visitamos la alcazaba al atardecer para evitar las multitudes.
We visited the citadel at dusk to avoid the crowds.
Tips for using alcazaba
- Alcazaba refers to a military fortress distinct from an alcázar (palace) or a castillo (private castle), so translating it as 'castle' can imply the wrong residential or royal role.
Other Spanish words for “citadel”
La ciudadela fue construida para defender la ciudad.
The citadel was built to defend the city.