This is the 11323rd most frequent Spanish word.
escudos
"Escudos" can mean "shields" or refer to former currency units in some countries.
In this sentence, 'escudos' refers to the physical protective equipment carried by knights, indicating a literal and historical use of the word.
Los caballeros medievales portaban escudos durante la batalla.
Medieval knights carried shields during battle.
Here, 'escudos' denotes shields, specifically focusing on their decorative features in a historical context.
En la antigüedad, los escudos también podían ser adornados con emblemas.
In ancient times, shields could also be adorned with emblems.
In this instance, 'escudos' refers to a currency that was or is used in certain regions, showcasing a non-literal, economic use of the word.