Tristán (en. Tristan)

/tris'tan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Character from Arthurian legends, lover of Isolde.
The tale of Tristan and Isolde is famous in literature.
El relato de Tristán e Isolda es famoso en la literatura.
Name of Celtic origin that means 'tumult' or 'noise'.
Tristan was a common name in the medieval era.
Tristán fue un nombre común en la época medieval.

Etymology

The name Tristan comes from the Latin 'Tristinus', which means 'sad'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Tristan and Isolde
Reference to the famous tragic love story.
Tristán e Isolda
To be a Tristan
To refer to a person who is melancholic or in a state of sadness.
ser un Tristán

Related Words

Sad
One who feels sadness.
triste
Sadness
A mood characterized by sorrow.
tristeza

Slang Meanings

A person who is always in a bad mood.
Don't be a Tristan, smile a little.
No seas un Tristán, sonríe un poco.
Someone who constantly complains.
You're acting like a Tristan, relax!
Estás actuando como un Tristán, ¡relájate!