armadura
/ar-mah-DOO-rah/
armor
The protective covering worn by knights is called armadura (armor).
📝 In Action
La armadura del caballero pesaba muchísimo.
A2The knight's armor weighed a lot.
En el museo vimos una antigua armadura medieval.
B1We saw an ancient medieval suit of armor in the museum.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Rule
Even though it ends in '-a,' remember that 'armadura' is always a feminine noun, so use 'la' or 'una' with it.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the wrong article
Mistake: "El armadura es fuerte."
Correction: La armadura es fuerte. (It requires the feminine article 'la'.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Historical Context
This word is often used in literature, history, or fantasy. If you are talking about modern body protection (like a bulletproof vest), you might use 'chaleco antibalas' or 'equipo de protección'.
Armadura can also refer to a supporting structure or framework.
📝 In Action
La armadura de acero soporta todo el peso del puente.
B1The steel framework supports the entire weight of the bridge.
Necesitamos revisar la armadura del tejado antes de poner las tejas.
B2We need to check the roof truss before laying the tiles.
💡 Grammar Points
Metaphorical Extension
Think of this meaning as the 'armor' or protective skeleton that holds a building or object together, making it strong.
⭐ Usage Tips
Technical Usage
This meaning is often used in fields like construction, architecture, and carpentry. If you are reading plans or specifications, this is the meaning you will encounter.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: armadura
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'armadura' to mean a supportive framework, not protective gear?
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Es 'armadura' solo para la guerra?
No, while its most famous meaning is the protective gear of a knight, 'armadura' is also used in construction to mean the supporting skeleton or frame of a structure, like a roof or a bridge.