Spadoni (en. Spadoni)
/spaˈdoni/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who acts with strength or determination.
That spadoni managed to lift the weight effortlessly.
Ese spadoni logró levantar el peso sin esfuerzo.
Someone who commands respect by their presence.
In the neighborhood, he is a true spadoni.
En el barrio, él es un verdadero spadoni.
An individual who stands out for their skill in sports or physical activities.
In the team, he is considered the spadoni for his great performance.
En el equipo, se le considera el spadoni por su gran rendimiento.
Etymology
Possibly derived from the Italian dialect, where 'spadone' refers to a large sword.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be a spadoni
To act with a lot of strength or control in a situation.
ser un spadoni
to be like a spadoni
To feel very confident in oneself.
estar como un spadoni
Related Words
strength
The ability to perform a job or to withstand resistance.
fuerza
bravery
The quality of someone who dares to face difficult situations.
valentía
Slang Meanings
A guy who is always ready to fight.
Don't mess with him, he is a true spadoni.
No te metas con él, es un verdadero spadoni.
A person who is not easily intimidated.
That girl is a spadoni; she always defends what she believes.
Esa chica es un spadoni; siempre defiende lo que cree.