Spanish Conversation · Level 83
59 words
Spanish word
heroicidad
Pronunciation
IPA/eɾojθiˈðað/
Meaning
- feminine nounheroism
Example
Su heroicidad inspiró al equipo.
His heroism inspired the team.
More examples
Los bomberos realizaron actos de heroicidad durante la inundación.
The firefighters carried out acts of heroism during the flood.
Core concept
The state of being heroic, expressed as brave deeds and sacrifice.
Common phrases
actos de heroicidad
acts of heroism
demostrar heroicidad
demonstrate heroism
Similar words
valentía: Calm, practical courage to face danger and keep acting.
coraje: Inner strength that drives action despite fear.
valor: Firm, resolute courage that appears in moments of crisis.
audacia: Boldness that accepts high risk and acts daringly.
Definition in Spanish
Cualidad o estado de ser heroico, manifestado como coraje y sacrificio ante situaciones peligrosas.
Word origin
Formed by adding the noun-forming suffix -idad to heroico, where heroico comes from Latin heroicus and ultimately from Greek hērōs.
Usage tips
- Usually used in formal praise or literary contexts, while in conversation native speakers often say heroísmo or hacer un acto heroico.