valentía
“valentía” means “bravery” in Spanish (showing no fear in dangerous situations).
bravery, courage
Also: valor, gallantry
📝 In Action
Tuvo la valentía de admitir su error delante de todos.
B1He had the courage to admit his mistake in front of everyone.
Los bomberos demostraron una gran valentía en el rescate.
B1The firefighters showed great bravery during the rescue.
Se necesita valentía para seguir tus sueños.
A2It takes bravery to follow your dreams.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: valentía
Question 1 of 1
Which of these is the correct way to say 'He has a lot of courage'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'valentia,' which means 'strength' or 'vigor.' This originally came from the verb 'valere,' meaning 'to be strong.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'valentía' for moral bravery?
Yes! It works for both physical bravery (like saving someone from a fire) and moral bravery (like telling the truth when it is hard).
What is the difference between 'valor' and 'valentía'?
They are very similar. 'Valor' is often used in more formal or poetic contexts (like 'honor and valor'), while 'valentía' is the standard word used in everyday life.