/maɾˈθjal/
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Translation
martial
Word origin
From Latin martialis ('of Mars'), from Mars, the Roman god of war. The same root gives English 'martial' and the month name 'March'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- martialis
- English cognates
- martial, March
Grammar
Masc pluralmarciales
Examples
Practica .
He has practised martial arts since he was a child.
desfile solemne.
The parade had a martial and solemn air.
Impusieron .
They imposed martial law across the whole region.
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He walked with a firm and martial step.
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The band played martial music before the fight.
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