Spanish Conversation · Level 29
89 words
Spanish word
valiente
Pronunciation
IPA/baˈljente/
Meaning
- adjectivebrave
Example
Ella fue valiente.
She was brave.
More examples
Tuve que ser valiente para hablar en público.
I had to be brave to speak in public.
Core concept
Person doing a difficult thing despite fear.
Common phrases
ser valiente
be brave
estar valiente
feel brave
muy valiente
very brave
Similar words
atrevido: Does bold, sometimes cheeky acts without hesitation.
valeroso: Faces dangerous situations with steady courage, even at personal risk.
bravo: Demonstrates bravery in moments of crisis, confronting hardship head-on.
osado: Displays adventurous boldness and a readiness to take risks.
Definition in Spanish
Que afronta una situación difícil o peligrosa con decisión, sin dejarse dominar por el miedo.
Word origin
It comes from Latin valens (from valere 'to be strong'), with the Spanish -iente suffix producing an adjective that means brave.
Usage tips
- The exclamation ¡Qué valiente! is often sincere praise but frequently becomes sarcastic, so intonation and facial expression determine whether it is complimentary.