How to Pronounce "escudero"
word
ɛskuˈdɛɹoʊ
es-koo-DER-oh
ˌɛskuˈdeəɹəʊ
es-koo-DAIR-oh
Definition
A squire; a young man who attended and assisted a knight in medieval times, often training to become a knight himself. In Spanish literature, especially in 'Don Quijote', an 'escudero' is the loyal companion who serves and supports the main hero.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɛskuˈdɛɹoʊ
British English
ˌɛskuˈdeəɹəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
es-koo-DER-oh
UK
es-koo-DAIR-oh
Listen in Context
In old stories, a knight often had an escudero to help him.
Sancho Panza is the famous escudero in Don Quijote.
The escudero carried his master's shield and sword.
Don't underestimate the escudero—he's always got the hero's back.