Noun.
/tɔˈɾe.ɾo/
The term torero refers to a person who participates in bullfighting, particularly someone who is highly skilled at the art of handling and defeating the bull in the ring. In Spain and some Latin American countries, bullfighting is a traditional spectacle, and the torero is often viewed as a performer in a dramatic and artistic context.
In everyday Spanish, torero is a term used primarily in oral speech, although it appears in written texts related to culture, tradition, and sports. The frequency of usage can vary by region, but it tends to be more prevalent in areas with a strong bullfighting tradition.
El torero se prepara para entrar a la plaza con mucha confianza.
The bullfighter prepares to enter the arena with great confidence.
Muchos turistas quieren ver a un torero en acción durante su visita a España.
Many tourists want to see a bullfighter in action during their visit to Spain.
Mi amigo es un gran fan de los toreros de Sevilla.
My friend is a big fan of the bullfighters from Seville.
The word torero is also used in various idiomatic expressions related to courage and performance.
Estar como un torero.
To be like a bullfighter.
Meaning: To be very confident or brave in challenging situations.
A lo torero.
In a bullfighter style.
Meaning: To act in an audacious or dramatic manner.
Este proyecto lo tenemos que presentar a lo torero.
We have to present this project in a bold way.
Esa decisión fue tomada a lo torero, sin miedo a las consecuencias.
That decision was made boldly, without fear of the consequences.
The word torero comes from the Spanish verb torear, which means "to bullfight," and is derived from the noun toro, meaning "bull." The term has roots in the cultural practices related to bullfighting that date back to ancient times in the Mediterranean.
Synonyms: - Matador (often used interchangeably, although matador specifically refers to the primary bullfighter with the sword)
Antonyms: - Antibullfighting activist (not a direct antonym, but represents the opposing viewpoint to bullfighting as a sport)
Overall, torero embodies both a significant aspect of Spanish cultural identity and a contentious topic in discussions about tradition and animal rights.