English–Spanish

“bullfighter” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/toˈɾeɾo/

Example

¿Conoces al torero de la plaza?

Do you know the bullfighter in the bullring?

Illustration for torero (bullfighter)

How to say “bullfighter” in Spanish

“Bullfighter” in Spanish is torero.

Bullfighter performing a cape pass before a charging bull.

Full entry for torero: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with torero

Mi hermano quiere ser torero desde niño.

My brother has wanted to be a bullfighter since childhood.

Tips for using torero

  • English speakers often say matador for any bullfighter, but matador specifically names the principal killer while torero is the broader term for any performer in the ring.

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