Sancho Panza
Definition
Sancho Panza is a fictional character in "Don Quixote" who serves as Don Quixote's loyal squire. He provides comic relief through his down-to-earth personality.
Analogy
Imagine if Ron Weasley from Harry Potter was the sidekick of Don Quixote. That's Sancho Panza - a loyal and funny companion!
Related terms
Sidekick: A loyal companion or assistant who supports and helps the main character in their adventures.
Comic Relief: A humorous character, scene, or dialogue that provides a break from serious or intense moments in a story.
Satire: A genre that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock people's behaviors or society.
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