"Bravata" is a noun in Spanish.
/βɾaˈβata/
"Bravata" refers to an act of bravado, boasting, or making exaggerated claims to impress or intimidate others. It is often used in contexts where someone is trying to show off or assert dominance through empty or exaggerated statements.
In terms of frequency of use, "bravata" is more commonly found in spoken language, especially in colloquial contexts, but can also appear in written language when discussing themes related to bravado or boastfulness.
La bravata del hombre no impresionó a nadie.
The man's bravado did not impress anyone.
Su bravata era solo una forma de ocultar su inseguridad.
His boast was just a way to hide his insecurity.
Hizo una bravata durante la discusión, pero sus acciones no respaldaron sus palabras.
He put on a bluster during the argument, but his actions did not back up his words.
While "bravata" might not form many well-known idiomatic expressions, it can be part of phrases that reflect the idea of boasting or bluffing. Here are some examples:
No se dejen llevar por las bravatas de los demás.
Don't be swayed by others' bluster.
Esa bravata no me afectará, sé que es solo una farsa.
That boast won't affect me; I know it's just a facade.
Hacía bravatas sobre su éxito, pero en realidad estaba muy lejos de lograrlo.
He boasted about his success, but in reality, he was far from achieving it.
Nunca creas en una bravata vacía.
Never believe in an empty boast.
Las bravatas no construyen credibilidad.
Bravado doesn't build credibility.
The term "bravata" originates from the Italian "bravata," which derives from "bravo," meaning "brave" or "bold." It reflects the idea of showing off bravery or boldness, typically in a boastful or exaggerated manner.
Synonyms: - Fanfarre (boastfulness) - Presunción (presumption) - Alarde (show-off)
Antonyms: - Humildad (humility) - Modestia (modesty) - Discreción (discretion)