valentín
“valentín” means “valentine” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
valentine
Also: sweetheart, date
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Le compré un valentín muy bonito a mi novia.
B1I bought a very nice valentine (gift/card) for my girlfriend.
¿Quién será tu valentín este año?
B2Who will be your valentine (date/sweetheart) this year?
Valentine
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San Valentín es el patrón de los enamorados.
B2Saint Valentine is the patron saint of lovers.
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Quick Quiz: valentín
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Which sentence uses 'valentín' correctly to mean a romantic gift?
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The name comes from the Latin word *Valentinus*, which was a Roman surname derived from *valens*, meaning 'strong, healthy, or vigorous'.
First recorded: Ancient Roman times (as a name), Middle Ages (as the saint associated with romance).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'valentín' used to refer to the whole holiday?
No, usually not. The holiday is almost always referred to as 'el Día de San Valentín' or sometimes just 'San Valentín.' 'Valentín' by itself usually means the gift, card, or the person you spend the day with.
Is 'valentín' a common Spanish name?
Yes, Valentín is a traditional Spanish male name, though perhaps less common today than other names. When used as a proper name, it is capitalized.