Toros (en. Bullfighting)

/ˈto.ros/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Large mammal, male of the species Bos taurus, primarily used in cattle raising.

Fighting bulls are specifically bred for bullfights.

Los toros de lidia son criados específicamente para las corridas.

Animal used for agricultural tasks, such as plowing.

The bull works in the field, helping with farming.

El toro trabaja en el campo, ayudando en la labranza.

In some regions, it refers to the animal in a festive or entertainment context.

The San Fermín festival is famous for its bull runs.

Las fiestas de San Fermín son famosas por sus encierros de toros.

From Latin 'taurus', meaning bull.

to turn the bull around

To face a complicated problem or situation.

dar la vuelta al toro

to kill the bull

To resolve a problematic situation decisively.

matar el toro

to fight with brooms

To do something without seriousness or preparations.

torear escobas

bull

Male of the species Bos taurus.

toro

bullfighter (female)

Person who fights bulls or who is a fan of bullfights.

torera

bullfight

Bullfighting show in which a bull is fought.

corrida

In the context of betting, referring to a bull as a 'manchón'.

Yesterday at the bullfight, I bet on a manchón for luck.

Ayer en la corrida aposté a un manchón en la suerte.

To use 'bulls' to refer to oneself with strength or bravery.

Today I feel like a bull ready to face any challenge.

Hoy me siento como un toro listo para enfrentar cualquier reto.