Atrevido (en. Bold)
/a.treˈβi.ðo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
It is said of someone who is not afraid to act or speak boldly.
The child was daring when he asked the teacher what everyone feared.
El niño fue atrevido al preguntar al maestro lo que todos temían.
That is bold or risky in their actions.
He was daring to jump into the water without knowing how to swim.
Fue atrevido al lanzarse al agua sin saber nadar.
That challenges established social norms.
His style of dressing is daring and original.
Su estilo de vestir es atrevido y original.
Etymology
From the Latin 'atrevĕre', which means 'to dare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
daring as a child
Refers to someone with a mischievous or cheeky attitude.
atrevido como un niño
to be daring
To act with bravery or recklessness in a situation.
ser atrevido
to dare to
To have the audacity to do something risky or challenging.
atreverse a
Related Words
daringness
The action of daring or bold behavior.
atrevimiento
to dare
The act of having the courage to do something.
atrever
Slang Meanings
Daring in the context of being uninhibited or provocative.
His dancing at the party was so daring that everyone noticed.
Su baile en la fiesta fue tan atrevido que todos lo notaron.
In colloquial language, it refers to someone who makes risqué or suggestive comments.
Don't be so daring, respect the boundaries.
No seas tan atrevido, respeta los límites.