espada
Espada (noun) means a bullfighter who delivers the final sword thrust; a matador. Example: “The espada took a bow as the crowd roared its approval.”
How to use espada
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe matador in a bullfight, named after the sword he uses.
A specialized term tied to bullfighting, rarely used outside that context.
Word forms
espadas plural, Espadas plural
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The _____ took a bow as the crowd roared its approval.
Etymology
From Spanish espada, "sword," referring to the matador's role in delivering the final blow.
Rhymes for espada
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What does “espada” mean?
The word “espada” means a bullfighter who delivers the final sword thrust; a matador. In plain terms, the matador in a bullfight, named after the sword he uses.
How do you use “espada” in a sentence?
Here is “espada” used in a sentence: “The espada took a bow as the crowd roared its approval.”
What part of speech is “espada”?
“Espada” is a noun.
Where does the word “espada” come from?
The word “espada” comes from Spanish. From Spanish espada, "sword," referring to the matador's role in delivering the final blow.
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