cabildo (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

The word cabildo is a noun.

Phonetic Transcription

The phonetic transcription in the International Phonetic Alphabet is: /kaˈbil.ðo/.

Translation Options into English

• Cabildo (with historical or administrative connotation, particularly in Latin America, referring to a local governing council or assembly)
• Town council

Meaning and Usage

In Spanish, cabildo refers to a municipal council or local administrative body that historically governed towns or districts. In Cuba and other Latin American nations, it can also refer to a governing body of Afro-Cuban religions. The word is used in both oral and written contexts. However, it's more commonly found in historical or legal documents, as well as in discussions related to local government and cultural practices. Its frequency of use in contemporary conversations may be less frequent, except in specific contexts.

Example Sentences

1. El cabildo decidió aumentar el presupuesto para la educación en la comunidad.

2. The town council decided to increase the budget for education in the community.

3. Durante la colonización, el cabildo tenía un papel vital en la administración de las ciudades.

4. During colonization, the local council played a vital role in the administration of the cities.

5. En la cultura afrocubana, el cabildo se considera un lugar de reunión y celebración.

6. In Afro-Cuban culture, the cabildo is considered a place for gathering and celebration.

Idiomatic Expressions

The word cabildo is also used in certain idiomatic expressions, notably in discussions around governance and community. Here are a few examples:

1. "Estar en el cabildo" implica tener influencia en la toma de decisiones de la comunidad.

2. "To be in the town council" implies having influence in community decision-making.

3. "El cabildo del barrio se reunió para discutir los problemas locales."

4. "The neighborhood council met to discuss local issues."

5. "Pasar por el cabildo" a menudo significa conseguir permisos o aprobaciones necesarias.

6. "To pass through the town council" often means to obtain necessary permits or approvals.

7. "El cabildo es la voz de la comunidad ante el gobierno."

8. "The town council is the voice of the community before the government."

Etymology

The word cabildo originates from the español term "cabildo," which itself stems from the latinate term "capitulum," meaning "chapter" or "head." It historically referred to a council or assembly in various contexts across Spanish-speaking countries.

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms: consejo (council), asamblea (assembly), junta (meeting)
• Antonyms: desorganización (disorganization), anarquía (anarchy), descontrol (chaos)