Castling: meaning, definitions and examples
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castling
[ ˈkæs.tl.ɪŋ ]
chess move
Castling is a special chess move involving both the king and a rook. It is the only move that allows a player to move two pieces at once. The purpose of castling is to improve the safety of the king while also activating a rook. This move can only be made if neither piece has previously moved and there are no pieces between them.
Synonyms
king's move, rook's move.
Examples of usage
- He performed castling to secure his king's position.
- The match was won thanks to a well-timed castling.
- She frequently uses castling as part of her strategy.
- After castling, his rook was better positioned.
Translations
Translations of the word "castling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 roque
🇮🇳 कास्लिंग
🇩🇪 Rochade
🇮🇩 rokade
🇺🇦 рокіровка
🇵🇱 roszada
🇯🇵 キャッスリング
🇫🇷 roque
🇪🇸 enroque
🇹🇷 rok
🇰🇷 캐슬링
🇸🇦 قلعة
🇨🇿 rokáda
🇸🇰 rokáda
🇨🇳 王车易位
🇸🇮 rokada
🇮🇸 rokada
🇰🇿 рокировка
🇬🇪 როკირება
🇦🇿 qala
🇲🇽 enroque
Etymology
The term 'castling' originates from the early 19th century, derived from the 'castle' movement of the rook in chess. The term reflects the historical perception of the rook as a castle or fortress. The move itself has roots in older variations of the game, as players sought ways to both protect the king and develop their pieces more effectively. Castling became officially recognized in chess literature in the 19th century, as the modern rules of chess were formalized. The name 'castling' was popularized through chess manuals and educational materials, emphasizing the strategic advantage this move provides.