esgrima
/esˈɡɾima/
The English phrase swordsmanship is translated into Spanish as esgrima.
The term refers to the skill of using a sword.
Meaning: the skill of using a sword (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, esgrima is the most commonly used term for swordsmanship.
How do you pronounce it?
/esˈɡɾima/
Did you know?
- Historically, Spanish esgrima was world-renowned for 'La Verdadera Destreza', a philosophical system of swordsmanship based on Euclidean geometry and circles.
- The specific action of parrying a blow in Spanish fencing is often described using terms that relate to 'cleaning' the blade.
- The Spanish word esgrima is borrowed from the Italian word scrima.
Examples in context
- La esgrima es un arte marcial que requiere disciplina y destreza.Esgrima is a martial art that requires discipline and skill.
- La esgrima requiere mucha concentración.Swordsmanship requires a lot of concentration.
- Él practica la esgrima todos los días.He practices swordsmanship every day.
- Ella tiene un talento natural para la esgrima.She has a natural talent for swordsmanship.
Example conversation
Javier and Elena are talking about their hobbies.
- JavierElena, ¿alguna vez has practicado esgrima?Elena, have you ever practiced swordsmanship?
- ElenaNo, Javier, pero siempre me ha interesado.No, Javier, but I have always been interested in it.
- JavierPodemos ir a una clase juntos el lunes.We can go to a class together on Monday.
- Elena¡Me parece una idea excelente!That sounds like an excellent idea!
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry esgrima, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries esgrima, CC BY-SA 4.0.
