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/xiˈnete/

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Translation

rider, horseman

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Word origin

From Spanish Arabic zanáti, referring to the Zanata, a Berber people famed for their light cavalry and skilled horsemanship.

Origin
Arabic
Root
zanáti

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluraljinetes

Examples

firmeza.

The rider held the reins firmly.

experta .

An expert rider won yesterday's race.

, .

The rider fell off the horse, but was not hurt.

desfilaron .

The riders paraded through the village square.

.

To be a good rider you have to practise a lot.

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This word is taught in chapter 36, lesson 2: jinete, viajero, garantía and 7 more words.