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infanta

infanta

noun een-FAN-tah Rare

Origin: From Latin infans, infantis, 'child, one who cannot speak.'

Also means

princess

Usage Note

Infanta is the title given to a daughter of the Spanish monarch who is not the heir to the throne. The male equivalent is infante. Historically the title was also used in the Portuguese royal family. Do not confuse with infante, which in non-royal contexts can mean 'infant' or a foot soldier.

Examples

"La infanta asistió a la ceremonia oficial."

Natural Translation

The infanta attended the official ceremony.

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