el cuartel
barracks
Lugar donde viven y trabajan los soldados.
The word "cuartel" in Spanish means "barracks," which refers to a building or complex where soldiers are housed. It can also mean a military outpost or headquarters. The term derives from the Latin "quartellus," meaning "a division or quarter." Cuarteles are used for accommodation, training, and administration of military personnel. Additionally, in some contexts, "cuartel" can refer to a fire station or police station.
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Examples
El soldado llegó al cuartel muy temprano.noun
The soldier arrived at the barracks very early.
Después de clases, Pedro visitó el cuartel para ver el desfile.noun
After classes, Pedro visited the barracks to see the parade.
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