Toledo
/toˈledo/
Toledo is the Spanish name for the city and province of Spain.
Toledo refers to the name of both the city and the province located in Spain.
Meaning: city and province of Spain (name)
How do you pronounce it?
/toˈledo/
Did you know?
- While the name refers to the city, it is also the name of a famous type of steel used to make swords throughout history.
- Because of its long history as a capital, Toledo is often called the 'City of the Three Cultures' to represent the coexistence of Christian, Muslim, and Jewish communities.
- The name Toledo originates from the Latin word Tolētum, which is believed to refer to a specific type of settlement or a landscape feature.
Examples in context
- ¿Usted sabe en qué parte de España está Toledo?Do you know what part of Spain Toledo is in?Tatoeba #4714571 by DarkHollow, translation #9941261 by ddnktr
- Toledo es una ciudad con una rica historia.Toledo is a city with a rich history.
- El arte en Toledo es impresionante.The art in Toledo is impressive.
- Toledo es una ciudad muy histórica.Toledo is a very historical city.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are planning a trip across Spain.
- DanielMañana vamos a viajar a Toledo.Tomorrow we are going to travel to Toledo.
- MaríaMe encanta esa ciudad, es muy bonita.I love that city, it is very beautiful.
- DanielSí, Toledo tiene una historia increíble.Yes, Toledo has an incredible history.
- MaríaYa quiero empezar el viaje.I want to start the trip already.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “toledo” translations and entries Toledo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Toledo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
