Meaning
leader, commander
- A leader or commander, especially of an army or military band.
- A historical Italian mercenary captain (condottiere).
In a sentence
Il condottiero guidò le sue truppe alla vittoria contro ogni previsione.
The leader guided his troops to victory against all odds.
La statua nella piazza principale raffigura un famoso condottiero rinascimentale.
The statue in the main square depicts a famous Renaissance mercenary captain.
Chi è stato il condottiero più audace di quel periodo storico?
Who was the most daring commander of that historical period?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| condottiero | masculine · singular |
| condottieri | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Derived from 'condotta' (mercenary contract).
- Can be used figuratively for a charismatic leader who guides others to victory.