Spanish Conversation · Level 174
15 words
Spanish word
ciudadela
Pronunciation
IPA/θjuðaˈðela/
Meaning
- feminine nouncitadel
Example
La ciudadela fue construida para defender la ciudad.
The citadel was built to defend the city.
More examples
Desde lo alto de la ciudadela se domina la ciudad.
From the top of the citadel you can see the city.
Core concept
Small fortified stronghold inside or beside a city.
Common phrases
visitar la ciudadela
visit the citadel
las ruinas de la ciudadela
the ruins of the citadel
las murallas de la ciudadela
the walls of the citadel
la ciudadela medieval
the medieval citadel
Similar words
castillo: Large fortified residence for rulers or nobles, used as a home and a symbol of prestige.
fortaleza: Large military stronghold focused on defense, built to withstand attacks and house troops.
Definition in Spanish
Construcción fortificada, generalmente más pequeña que una fortaleza, situada dentro o junto a una ciudad para su defensa.
Word origin
From Italian cittadella, a diminutive ultimately from Latin civitas 'city', literally meaning 'little city'.
Usage tips
- Often used in historical or tourist descriptions, while a modern military site is more likely called fortaleza or base.
Other meanings
- fortressnoun
- fortnoun