Valentín (en. Valentine)

ba-len-틴

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A name of Latin origin that means 'strong' or 'brave'.
Valentine’s Day celebrates love and friendship.
El día de San Valentín se celebra el amor y la amistad.
The term is also associated with the historical figure Saint Valentine.
The story of Saint Valentine is popular in many cultures.
La historia de San Valentín es popular en muchas culturas.

Etymology

From the Latin 'Valentinus', derived from 'valens', meaning 'strong' or 'brave'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Valentine's Day
Celebration held on February 14 in honor of love and friendship.
día de San Valentín
Saint Valentine
Reference to the figure of Saint Valentine, patron of lovers.
San Valentín
Valentine’s card
A card sent on this date as a demonstration of affection.
carta de San Valentín

Related Words

love
Feeling of affection between people.
amor
friendship
Relationship of affection between friends.
amistad
infatuation
State of being in love.
enamoramiento

Slang Meanings

Refers to someone who is tender or romantic.
That guy is a true Valentine, he's always doing romantic things.
Ese chico es un verdadero Valentín, siempre está haciendo cosas románticas.
Used to describe someone who shares love on social media.
Those Valentine’s posts are very Valentine-like.
Esos posts de San Valentín son muy de Valentín.