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castillo

English translation of castillo

castle

The Spanish word 'castillo' translates to 'castle' in English. A castle is a large building or group of buildings fortified against attack with thick walls, battlements, towers, and in many cases a moat. Castles were primarily built during the Middle Ages and were used to protect the inhabitants from potential enemy attacks. In the context of Spanish culture, many castles can be found across the country, displaying a variety of architectural styles influenced by different historical periods and geographical locations.


Example sentences using: castillo

Yo vivo cerca de un castillo muy antiguo.

English translation of Yo vivo cerca de un castillo muy antiguo.

I live near a very old castle.

This sentence demonstrates the use of the term 'castillo' (castle) in the context of giving a location. The speaker is saying that they live near a very old castle.

El rey ordenó construir un nuevo castillo.

English translation of El rey ordenó construir un nuevo castillo.

The king ordered to build a new castle.

This sentence uses 'castillo' to describe what the king has ordered to be built. Here, 'castillo' is a direct object of the verb 'construir' (to build).

El castillo está lleno de historias fascinantes.

English translation of El castillo está lleno de historias fascinantes.

The castle is full of fascinating stories.

This sentence uses 'castillo' in the context of describing a place filled with fascinating stories. It suggests that the castle has a long and interesting past.

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