Torrero (en. Bullfighter)

/toˈre.ɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who deals with bulls during a bullfight.
The bullfighter prepared to enter the ring.
El torrero se preparó para salir al ruedo.
Figuratively, someone who handles difficult situations.
The company's bullfighter had to solve many problems yesterday.
El torrero de la empresa tuvo que resolver muchos problemas ayer.
Term used in the context of bullfighting.
The bullfighter demonstrated his bravery in front of the bull.
El torrero demostró su valentía frente al toro.

Etymology

From the Spanish 'toro', related to bullfighting.

Common Phrases and Expressions

no bullfighter without a bull
There is no good show without a good challenge.
no hay torrero sin toro
fire bullfighter
A person very passionate about what they do.
torrero de fuego

Related Words

torero
A person who fights bulls in bullfights.
torero
tauromaquia
The art of bullfighting.
tauromaquia
corrida
Bullfighting spectacle.
corrida

Slang Meanings

Street bullfighter
That guy is a street bullfighter; he always handles things his way.
Ese tipo es un torrero callejero, siempre maneja las cosas a su manera.
Party bullfighter
He is the party bullfighter because he always has everything under control.
Es el torrero de fiesta porque siempre tiene todo bajo control.