Castillo Meaning in English

word

US

ˌkæsˈtioʊ/, /ˌkæsˈtɪɫoʊ

kas-TEE-oh

UK

kæˈstiːjəʊ

ka-STEEL-yoh

Definition

A large, strong building, often from the past, used to defend against attacks or as a home for important people like kings and queens.

Usage & Nuances

Used mainly for real or fantasy historic buildings; in English, 'castle' is the equivalent. 'Castillo' is common in Spanish-speaking cultures and fairy tales. Not to be confused with 'palace' (which emphasizes luxury, not defense).

• Spanish: castillo
• Portuguese (BR): castelo
• Portuguese (PT): castelo
• Chinese (Simplified): 城堡
• Chinese (Traditional): 城堡
• Hindi: किला
• Arabic: قلعة
• Bengali: কাসেল - দুর্গ
• Russian: замок
• Japanese: 城
• Vietnamese: lâu đài
• Korean: 성 - 성채
• Turkish: kale
• Urdu: قلعہ
• Indonesian: kastil - benteng

Example Sentences

The king lived in a castillo.

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We visited the old castillo by the river.

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The castillo had high walls and towers.

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When I was a kid, I dreamed of living in a magical castillo.

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They threw a festival at the castillo every summer.

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From the top of the castillo, you can see the whole village.

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