Aguirre (en. Aguirre)

/aɡiˈre/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A common surname in Spain and Latin America.
The famous conqueror Vasco Núñez de Balboa had a companion named Aguirre.
El famoso conquistador Vasco Núñez de Balboa tuvo un compañero llamado Aguirre.
A name that can refer to various historical figures.
The guerrilla and adventurer Lope de Aguirre is a celebrated figure.
El guerrillero y aventurero Lope de Aguirre es una figura célebre.
A term used in some places as a synonym for recklessness.
His fierce character earned him the nickname Aguirre on the battlefield.
Su carácter aguerrido le valió el apodo de Aguirre en el campo de batalla.

Etymology

The surname Aguirre comes from the Basque term 'aguir', which means 'from the cliff' or 'rock'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Aguirre the bold
Referring to a very bold or daring person.
Aguirre el temerario
The last Aguirre
Phrase that denotes someone who is the last in a risky action.
El último Aguirre

Related Words

brave
Brave and determined in battle.
aguerrido
stinger
Pointed portion that can cause injury.
aguijón

Slang Meanings

Refers to a bold person.
That boy is a true fighter, always in battle.
Ese chico es un verdadero aguerrido, siempre en la batalla.
Someone who takes risks without thinking.
That action was very bold, he didn’t think about the consequences.
Esa acción fue muy aguerrida, no pensó en las consecuencias.