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How to Say "adventurous" in Spanish

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aventurero

ah-ben-too-REH-rohaβentuˈreɾo

adjectiveA2general
Use this word to describe a person or their general personality and spirit, especially when they enjoy traveling, exploring, or seeking excitement.
A child with a cape and a wooden sword standing bravely on top of a grassy hill looking at the horizon.

Examples

Mi hermano es muy aventurero y le gusta viajar solo.

My brother is very adventurous and likes to travel alone.

Tuvimos un viaje aventurero por las montañas de Perú.

We had an adventurous trip through the mountains of Peru.

Su espíritu aventurero lo llevó a vivir en cinco países diferentes.

His adventurous spirit led him to live in five different countries.

Matching the Person

Since this is a describing word, it changes to 'aventurera' if you are talking about a woman or a feminine object.

Word Order

Usually, you put 'aventurero' after the thing you are describing, like 'un hombre aventurero'.

Gender Agreement

Mistake: “Mi hermana es muy aventurero.”

Correction: Mi hermana es muy aventurera. Use the 'a' ending when describing women.

atrevido

ah-treh-VEE-dohatɾeˈβiðo

adjectiveB1general
Use this word to describe an action, plan, or idea that is bold, daring, or involves taking a risk, often in pursuit of something new or exciting.
A person wearing a bright red cape standing on top of a very tall mountain peak looking out over the clouds.

Examples

Fue un plan atrevido, pero funcionó.

It was a daring plan, but it worked.

Me gusta la gente atrevida que viaja sola.

I like bold people who travel alone.

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.

arriesgado

a-rrees-GAH-doha.rjesˈɣa.ðo

adjectiveB2general
Use this word to describe someone's personality when they are willing to take risks or are unconventional, often in a creative or bold way.
A small, adventurous figure standing confidently on the highest point of a steep, rocky mountain peak, arms raised in triumph, symbolizing a daring action.

Examples

Es un diseñador muy arriesgado; siempre usa colores que nadie más se atreve a combinar.

He is a very bold designer; he always uses colors no one else dares to combine.

Mi hermana es arriesgada y siempre prueba deportes extremos.

My sister is daring and always tries extreme sports.

Fue una decisión arriesgada dejar su trabajo para empezar su propio negocio.

It was an adventurous/bold decision to quit her job to start her own business.

Used with 'Ser'

When describing a permanent trait of a person (like being daring or bold), use the verb 'ser': 'Ella es arriesgada' (She is a daring person).

Choosing Between 'Aventurero' and 'Atrevido'

Learners often confuse 'aventurero' and 'atrevido'. Remember that 'aventurero' usually describes a person's general personality for seeking excitement, while 'atrevido' more often describes a specific action or plan that is daring or risky.

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