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espartano

spartan

adjective ehs-pahr-TAH-noh Rare

Origin: From Greek Spartē (Sparta), the ancient Greek city-state famous for its austere military discipline.

Also means

austere

Usage Note

Espartano derives from Sparta and means austere, severely disciplined, or stripped of comforts — una vida espartana ('a spartan existence'). Capitalized (Espartano), it refers to an actual citizen of ancient Sparta. The word carries strong connotations of toughness and self-denial without complaint, and is often used admiringly in sports or fitness discourse.

Examples

"Lleva una vida espartana sin lujos."

Natural Translation

He leads a spartan life without luxuries.

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