Soldado
/solˈðaðo/noun
A soldier, particularly in a professional or mercenary capacity.
Did you know?The term 'soldier' derives from Latin 'solidus', a type of coin, highlighting the mercenary roots of military service as both a profession and a financial transaction.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
solidus
“A solid coin, representing value or worth.”
Proto-Romance
Proto-Romance
soldado
“One who is hired or paid; a mercenary.”
Old Spanish
Old Spanish
soldado
“A hired warrior or soldier.”
Modern Spanish
Spanish
soldado
“A professional soldier.”