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valiente means brave — a common term in Mexican Slang. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 16, 2025

🌶️ Mexican Slang

valiente

adjective • /[bah-lee-EN-teh]/

brave

Example:

Eres muy valiente hoy.

You are very brave today.

🧠 What does valiente mean?

Valiente generally translates to 'brave' but in Mexican slang, it can also mean 'tough,' 'gutsy,' or 'cool,' often used to describe someone who's daring or impressive. It can refer to physical courage, but also to boldness in personality or style.

📚 Extra examples

  • ¡Qué valiente eres al enfrentarte a él!
    How brave of you to confront him!
  • ¡Traes un look bien valiente hoy!
    You have a really cool look today!
  • Ese coche está bien valiente.
    That car is awesome.
  • Es una mujer muy valiente para iniciar su propio negocio.
    She's very gutsy to start her own business.

💡 Did You Know?

While 'valiente' is generally positive, using it sarcastically can imply recklessness. For example, '¡Muy valiente!' after someone makes a mistake can mean 'Real smart!' or 'Smooth move!'

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "valiente"

Synonyms: audaz, intrépido, valeroso, bravo, atrevido
Opposites: cobarde, miedoso, tímido

🔍 See more mexican slang words

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'brave' in Spanish?
The most common translation of 'brave' is 'valiente.' Other options include 'audaz,' 'intrépido,' and 'valeroso,' although these are generally more formal.
How do you pronounce 'valiente' in Spanish?
It's pronounced vah-lee-EN-tay. The stress is on the third syllable.
How do you use 'valiente' in a sentence?
You can use 'valiente' just like the English word 'brave.' For example, 'El bombero fue muy valiente' (The firefighter was very brave). In Mexican slang, you could say '¡Qué valiente tu camisa!' (What a cool shirt!).
What is the English translation of 'valiente'?
The primary translation is 'brave.' In Mexican slang, it can also convey 'tough,' 'cool,' 'gutsy,' or 'daring.'
Does 'valiente' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'valiente' follows standard Spanish adjective rules. It changes to 'valientes' for plural nouns, and to 'valienta' for feminine singular nouns.
Is 'valiente' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'valiente' is frequently used in both its literal and slang meanings, especially in Mexico.
Does 'valiente' have slang or double meanings?
While primarily meaning 'brave,' in Mexican slang, 'valiente' can mean 'cool,' 'tough,' 'daring,' or 'awesome,' applied to people, objects, or situations.
Is 'valiente' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
While understood throughout the Spanish-speaking world, the slang usage of 'valiente' as 'cool' or 'tough' is more common in Mexico than in Spain.

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