el
masculine
/ka.βaˈʎe.ɾo/
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Translation
gentleman, knight
Word origin
From Late Latin caballarius ('horseman'), from caballus ('horse, nag'). The same caballus gives English 'cavalry', 'cavalier' and 'chivalry'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- caballarius
- English cognates
- cavalry, cavalier, chivalry
Grammar
Gendermasculine
Pluralcaballeros
Examples
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The gentleman opened the door for the lady.
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The gents' toilets are at the back.
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My grandfather was always a true gentleman with women.
, , ¿ ayudarle?
Good afternoon, sir, how may I help you?
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That gentleman opened the car door for her with a smile.
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A gentleman never arrives late to an important date.
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