Spanish Conversation · Level 11
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Spanish word
valentía
Pronunciation
IPA/balenˈtia/
Meaning
- feminine nouncourage
Example
Se necesita valentía para hablar en público.
It takes courage to speak in public.
More examples
Mostrar valentía no significa no tener miedo.
Showing courage does not mean not being afraid.
Core concept
Choosing a risky action because of firm belief.
Common phrases
mostrar valentía
show courage
tener valentía
have courage
actuar con valentía
act with courage
Similar words
coraje: A surge of resolve that overcomes fear long enough to take action.
valor: Ability to confront danger or difficulty calmly, without being paralyzed by fear.
audacia: Boldness that drives risky, daring actions with little hesitation.
Definition in Spanish
Disposición para asumir riesgos o dificultades por convicción y actuar pese al temor.
Word origin
Derived from Latin valentia (from valēre 'to be strong'), the term evolved in the Romance languages to denote the inner strength that prompts action despite fear.
Usage tips
- Contrast with valiente: use valiente to describe a person or act as brave and use valentía to name the quality or state of being courageous.