Varoniles (en. Manly)

/baɾoˈnilɛs/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That which belongs to or relates to men.
Manly activities include contact sports.
Las actividades varoniles incluyen deportes de contacto.
Characteristic of masculinity.
His behavior was very manly.
Su comportamiento era muy varonil.
Qualities associated with males in culture.
Manly traditions have been part of the family history.
Las tradiciones varoniles han sido parte de la historia familiar.

Etymology

From the Latin 'vir' meaning 'man', with the suffix '-il' indicating relation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

manly conduct
Appropriate behavior for a man.
conducta varonil
manly attitude
Confidence and security typically associated with men.
actitud varonil
manly values
Cultural principles considered masculine.
valores varoniles

Related Words

male
Man, male person.
varón
masculinity
Set of characteristics and behaviors associated with men.
masculinidad
machismo
Attitude of superiority of man over woman.
machismo

Slang Meanings

Qualities considered attractive in a man.
That guy has a very manly style.
Ese tipo tiene un estilo muy varonil.
A behavior that is interesting or dominant in a man.
He acted very manly during the discussion.
Actuó de manera muy varonil durante la discusión.