In the traditional quinceañera court, what Spanish phrase names the group of attendants?

In a traditional quinceañera court, the group of attendants is called the corte de honor.

The phrase translates literally as “court of honor.” A court commonly includes the honoree and selected attendants, often friends, relatives, or classmates. Depending on regional custom, the attendants may be girls, boys, or a mixed group. Their clothing, number, and role are not standardized worldwide.

A corte de honor may participate in an entrance procession, choreographed dances, photographs, and other formal portions of the reception. Some celebrations use only a few attendants, while others follow larger court traditions. Modern families may also omit a formal court entirely.

The term is sometimes translated into English as “court of honor,” but Spanish-language invitations and descriptions often retain corte de honor. It should not be mistaken for a royal court: the phrase describes a ceremonial group supporting the celebrant, not nobility or a legal institution.