Torero (en. Bullfighter)

toˈreɾo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who fights bulls, usually in a bullfight.
The bullfighter fell off the bull during the fight.
Ang torero ay nahulog mula sa toro habang ang laban ay nagaganap.
A worker in the field of bullfighting.
The bullfighter needs to have excellent training to survive the fight.
Ang torero ay kinakailangang may mahusay na pagsasanay upang makaligtas sa laban.
A professional bullfighter or the iconic character in a bullfight.
This bullfighter is famous for his colorful costumes.
Sikat ang torero na ito sa kanyang makukulay na kasuotan.

Etymology

Spanish

Common Phrases and Expressions

Alert, bullfighter!
A warning to the bullfighter that the bull is ready.
Alerta, torero!

Related Words

bullfight
A type of bullfighting event that takes place in an arena.
corrida
bull
A large animal that the bullfighter fights.
toro

Slang Meanings

Toreador or a strong man
My friend is such a torero, always looking down on others.
Sobrang torero ng kaibigan ko, ang taas lagi ng tingin sa ibang tao.
Someone always ready to show off
Wow, he’s a torero in posting on social media, always has something new.
Grabe, torero siya sa pagpopost sa social media, lagi nalang may bago.
A strong flirt
That guy Jake is such a torero with the chicks, always has a date.
Yang si Jake, torero sa mga chicks, palaging may kasama.