Martial Meaning in English

word

US

/ˈmɑɹʃəɫ/

MAR-shuhl

UK

/mˈɑːʃəl/

MAH-shuhl

Definition

Relating to war, the military, or soldiers. Often describes things connected with fighting, armed forces, or combat.

Usage & Nuances

Formal and literary. Common in phrases like 'martial arts' (combat sports), 'martial law' (military control over normal law), and 'martial spirit'. Rarely used in everyday conversation except in set phrases.

• Spanish: marcial - militar
• Portuguese (BR): marcial - militar
• Portuguese (PT): marcial - militar
• Chinese (Simplified): 军用的 - 战争的
• Chinese (Traditional): 軍事的 - 戰爭的
• Hindi: सैन्य - युद्ध संबंधी
• Arabic: عسكري - حربي
• Bengali: সামরিক
• Russian: военный
• Japanese: 軍事的
• Vietnamese: quân sự
• Korean: 군사적인
• Turkish: askerî
• Urdu: فوجی
• Indonesian: militer

Example Sentences

Karate is a type of martial art.

basic

The country declared martial law.

basic

He showed a martial spirit during the competition.

basic

During the crisis, the government switched to martial rule.

natural

He's always been fascinated by martial history and ancient battles.

natural

The parade had a martial feel, with soldiers and military bands.

natural