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    Toreros (en. Bullfighters)

    /toˈɾeɾos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person dedicated to fighting bulls in the arenas during bullfights.
    The bullfighter displayed great skill in the ring.
    El torero mostró una gran destreza en el ruedo.
    An artist of bullfighting who seeks to stand out for their skill and bravery.
    Bullfighters are admired for their bravery in front of the bull.
    Los toreros son admirados por su valentía ante el toro.
    The bullfighter is a central figure in Spanish culture related to bullfighting.
    Every year, thousands of fans attend bullfights to see the most renowned bullfighters.
    Cada año, miles de aficionados asisten a las corridas para ver a los toreros más renombrados.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish term 'torear', which comes from the Latin 'taurare', meaning to fight bulls.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to perform with elegance
    To act gracefully and skillfully when facing a bull.
    torear con elegancia
    to have the cape at the right height
    To be prepared or be an expert in a complicated situation.
    tener el capote a la altura
    to pull someone's ear
    To gently admonish or correct someone.
    tirar de la oreja

    Related Words

    bullfighting
    The action of fighting bulls.
    toreo
    bullfight
    The spectacle in which bullfighting takes place.
    corrida
    bullfighting
    The art of fighting bulls, which includes bullfights.
    tauromaquia

    Slang Meanings

    Torerismo
    Torerismo is a lifestyle for many fans and practitioners of bullfighting.
    El torerismo es un estilo de vida para muchos aficionados y practicantes del toreo.
    To take a victory lap
    The bullfighter went out to take a victory lap after cutting off an ear from the bull.
    El torero salió a dar la vuelta al ruedo tras cortar una oreja al toro.