Bernardino (en. Bernardino)

/beʁ.naɾˈðino/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
First name of Germanic origin meaning 'brave as a bear'.
My friend is named Bernardino and he is always the first to help.
Mi amigo se llama Bernardino y siempre es el primero en ayudar.
It may refer to a saint of the Catholic Church.
The feast of Saint Bernardino is celebrated in several towns.
El día de San Bernardino se celebra en varias localidades.

Etymology

From the Germanic form 'Bernhard', meaning 'brave as a bear'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Saint Bernardino
Reference to the saint or the festival in his honor.
San Bernardino
Bernardino of Siena
A well-known Franciscan friar and preacher.
Bernardino de Siena

Related Words

Bernardo
Another variant of the same name.
Bernardo
Barnabas
Related name that also has biblical origins.
Bernabé

Slang Meanings

In some places, it is used to describe someone a bit clumsy.
Don't be a bernardino, think about it before you act.
No seas bernardino, piénsalo antes de actuar.
Endearing term to refer to someone who is kind.
That guy is a real bernardino, always helping others.
Ese tipo es un verdadero bernardino, siempre ayudando a los demás.