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/ka.βaˈʎe.ɾo/ ES

/ka.βaˈʝe.ɾo/ MX

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Translation

gentleman, knight

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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.

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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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This word is taught in chapter 8, lesson 1: caballero, increíble, fuego and 7 more words.