Héroe (en. Hero)

/ˈe.ɾoe/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Definition: A male character distinguished by his bravery and nobility.

Example Sentence: The hero of the story saved the city from danger.

El héroe de la historia salvó a la ciudad del peligro.

Definition: A person who behaves heroically in difficult situations.

Example Sentence: Firefighters are heroes who risk their lives for others.

Los bomberos son héroes que arriesgan su vida por los demás.

Definition: The protagonist of a literary or cinematic work who overcomes obstacles.

Example Sentence: The hero of the tale fights against the dragon to rescue the princess.

El héroe del cuento lucha contra el dragón para rescatar a la princesa.

Etymology/Origin: From the Greek 'hērōs', meaning 'protector, defender'.

Phrase: anonymous hero

Meaning: A person who performs heroic acts without seeking recognition.

héroe anónimo

Phrase: national hero

Meaning: A person recognized for their valor and contributions to the homeland.

héroe nacional

Phrase: to play the hero

Meaning: To save or help someone in a critical situation.

hacer de héroe

Related Word: heroine

Description: A female person who acts heroically.

heroína

Related Word: heroism

Description: The quality of being a hero.

heroísmo

Related Word: resistance hero

Description: A person who fights against an oppressor.

héroe de la resistencia

Slang Meaning: Neighborhood hero

Example: That person is the neighborhood hero, always helping the neighbors.

Esa persona es el héroe de barrio, siempre ayuda a los vecinos.

Slang Meaning: Accidental hero

Example: He didn't expect it, but he became an accidental hero by saving the child.

No se lo esperaba, pero se convirtió en un héroe accidental al salvar al niño.