cervantino
English meaning: Of or relating to Cervantes / Cervantine
Spanish Definition
(Español)Relativo a Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (1547–1616), el mayor escritor español, cuyo 'Don Quijote de la Mancha' (1605/1615) es considerado la primera novela moderna.
English Definition
Relating to Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (1547–1616), Spain's greatest writer, whose 'Don Quixote de la Mancha' (1605/1615) is considered the first modern novel and the greatest work of the Spanish language. The adjective describes anything characterized by Cervantes' irony, humanism, and exploration of reality versus imagination. Cervantes wrote 'Don Quixote' while imprisoned.
Example
“El Instituto Cervantes promueve la lengua y cultura española en todo el mundo.”
In English: “The Cervantes Institute promotes the Spanish language and culture around the world.”
Synonyms
- quijotesco
Literary Heritage
“La libertad, Sancho, es uno de los más preciosos dones que a los hombres dieron los cielos.”
“Freedom, Sancho, is one of the most precious gifts that heaven has bestowed upon men.”
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