English–Spanish

“heroic” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/eˈɾojko/

Example

Tu acto fue heroico.

Your act was heroic.

Illustration for heroico (heroic)

How to say “heroic” in Spanish

“Heroic” in Spanish is heroico.

A courageous, admirable action that puts others' welfare above one's own.

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

Example sentences with heroico

El gesto heroico del bombero conmovió a la gente.

The firefighter's heroic gesture moved people.

Tips for using heroico

  • In conversation heroico can sound literary or exaggerated, and speakers often prefer valiente or valeroso for everyday bravery while reserving heroico for exceptional or ironic uses.

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