Spanish Conversation · Level 14
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Spanish word
héroe
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈeɾoe/
Meaning
- masculine nounhero
Example
Mi padre es un héroe para mí.
My father is a hero to me.
More examples
El voluntario es un héroe local.
The volunteer is a local hero.
Core concept
Recognized person showing selfless dedication in ordinary life.
Common phrases
héroe anónimo
unsung hero
héroe local
local hero
Similar words
salvador: Person who rescues others from immediate danger or life-threatening crises.
defensor: Person who stands up to defend people or their rights by confronting injustice.
ídolo: Famous person admired and adored by many, inspiring strong admiration or devotion.
campeón: Person who wins competitions or titles and receives praise and public acclaim.
Definition in Spanish
Persona que muestra valor o entrega en la vida diaria y recibe reconocimiento o admiración por ello.
Word origin
Borrowed through Latin from Greek ἥρως, the term shifted from classical heroic figures to a broader sense of someone admired for bravery or devoted actions.
Usage tips
- The word carries an acute accent on the first e to mark stress, and the feminine form is 'heroína', which also takes an accent.
Other meanings
- protagonistnoun
Opposites
- villanovillainnoun
Related words
- heroínaheroinenoun
- heroicoheroicadjective