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“nobleman” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/iˈðalɣo/

Example

Un hidalgo entró en la taberna.

A nobleman entered the tavern.

Illustration for hidalgo (nobleman)

How to say “nobleman” in Spanish

“Nobleman” in Spanish is hidalgo.

Country gentleman of the lower nobility.

Full entry for hidalgo: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with hidalgo

Aunque era un hidalgo pobre, habló con orgullo.

Although he was a poor nobleman, he spoke proudly.

Tips for using hidalgo

  • Frequently appears in literature (for example Don Quixote) and can carry an ironic or romanticized sense rather than literal high rank.

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