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atrevido

/ah-treh-VEE-doh/

daring

A person wearing a bright red cape standing on top of a very tall mountain peak looking out over the clouds.

Standing on a high peak illustrates the daring nature of 'atrevido'.

atrevido(adjective)

mB1

daring

?

willing to take risks

Also:

bold

?

brave and confident

,

adventurous

?

seeking new experiences

📝 In Action

Fue un plan atrevido, pero funcionó.

B1

It was a daring plan, but it worked.

Me gusta la gente atrevida que viaja sola.

A2

I like bold people who travel alone.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • valiente (brave)
  • osado (audacious)

Antonyms

  • miedoso (fearful)
  • tímido (shy)

Common Collocations

  • un joven atrevido – a daring young man
  • una propuesta atrevida – a bold proposal

💡 Grammar Points

Gender Changes

Since this is a word that describes things, it changes to 'atrevida' when talking about a girl, a woman, or a feminine object.

⭐ Usage Tips

Positive vs. Negative

In this sense, it's usually a compliment! Use it to praise someone's courage.

A small child playfully sticking their tongue out while hiding behind a wooden chair.

A playful, cheeky gesture captures the 'atrevido' side of someone being a bit disrespectful.

atrevido(adjective)

mB1

cheeky

?

slightly rude or disrespectful

Also:

insolent

?

lacking respect

,

forward

?

too confident with others

📝 In Action

¡No seas atrevido! Respeta a tus mayores.

A2

Don't be cheeky! Respect your elders.

Le hizo una pregunta muy atrevida a su jefe.

B1

He asked his boss a very forward question.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • maleducado (rude)
  • descarado (shameless)

Antonyms

  • respetuoso (respectful)
  • educado (polite)

❌ Common Pitfalls

Tone Matters

Mistake: "Using it with a boss or stranger."

Correction: Only use it with people you know well unless you intend to be critical.

A vibrant, bold pink flamingo wearing oversized golden sunglasses and a colorful feather boa.

The word 'atrevido' can also describe something bold or suggestive in style.

atrevido(adjective)

mB2

risqué

?

suggestive or slightly indecent

Also:

bold

?

in style or choice

,

edgy

?

pushing boundaries

📝 In Action

Contó un chiste un poco atrevido para la cena.

B2

He told a slightly risqué joke for the dinner.

Ese color de pelo es muy atrevido.

B1

That hair color is very bold.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • provocador (provocative)
  • llamativo (eye-catching)

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: atrevido

Question 1 of 2

If your friend wears a neon green suit to a formal wedding, how would you describe the choice?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

atreverse(to dare) - verb
atrevimiento(audacity/nerve) - noun
atrevidamente(daringly) - adverb

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'valiente' and 'atrevido'?

'Valiente' is almost always positive, meaning 'brave' in the face of danger. 'Atrevido' is broader—it can mean brave, but it can also mean someone who is too bold or a bit rude.

Can 'atrevido' be a noun?

Yes! Just like in English we say 'the bold one,' in Spanish you can say 'el atrevido' or 'la atrevida' to refer to a person who has these qualities.