La infantería
Example: La infantería avanzó rápidamente durante la batalla histórica.
Definition
"La infantería" refers to soldiers or military units who fight primarily on foot. It is the branch of an army responsible for frontline ground combat, often advancing and engaging directly with the enemy during battles, as in the example of rapid movement in a historic battle.
Etymology
The term "la infantería" comes from the Spanish word derived from the Latin 'infans,' meaning 'infant' or 'child.' Historically, it referred to foot soldiers who were often younger or less experienced compared to cavalry. Over time, it evolved to mean the infantry branch of the army, highlighting its role as foot soldiers.
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"La infantería" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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