Noun
/aˈðaɾɣa/
The word "adarga" refers to a type of lightweight shield, often made of leather, used historically in various forms of combat, particularly in the medieval and Renaissance periods. It is primarily associated with Spanish and Moorish warfare and is often depicted in literature and historical texts.
In contemporary Spanish, "adarga" is not in frequent everyday conversation; it is mostly encountered in academic, historical, or literary contexts. Its usage is more common in written texts than in oral speech, reflecting its specialized nature.
El caballero levantó su adarga para protegerse del ataque.
The knight raised his shield to protect himself from the attack.
En la batalla, muchas adargas fueron destruidas por las armas de fuego.
In the battle, many shields were destroyed by gunfire.
La adarga medieval era un símbolo de valentía para los guerreros.
The medieval shield was a symbol of bravery for warriors.
While "adarga" itself is not commonly used in modern idiomatic expressions, it does appear in historical contexts and can be referenced in figurative language to denote protection or defense.
A veces se necesita una adarga en la vida para enfrentar los desafíos.
Sometimes you need a shield in life to face challenges.
Su adarga de sabiduría lo protege de las críticas malintencionadas.
His shield of wisdom protects him from malicious criticism.
La adarga de la historia es la memoria colectiva de un pueblo.
The shield of history is the collective memory of a people.
The term "adarga" comes from the Arabic word "الدرق" (al-darq), which translates to "shield". This reflects the historical influences of the Islamic period in Spain, where many military terms were borrowed from Arabic.
Synonyms: - Escudo (Shield) - Proteccion (Protection)
Antonyms: - Vulnerabilidad (Vulnerability) - Exposición (Exposure)