valor
word
Definition
Bravery or courage, especially in dangerous or difficult situations.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or literary word, mainly used to describe heroism in battle or challenging situations. More common in writing than in everyday speech. Often used with words like 'display', 'show', or 'act of'. Not to be confused with 'value' (importance, worth).
Spanish: valor (coraje) - valentíaPortuguese (BR): valor (coragem) - valentiaPortuguese (PT): valor (coragem) - valentiaChinese (Simplified): 英勇 - 勇气Chinese (Traditional): 英勇 - 勇氣Hindi: साहस - वीरताArabic: شجاعة - جرأةBengali: বীরত্ব - সাহসRussian: доблесть - отвагаJapanese: 勇敢 - 勇気Vietnamese: dũng cảm - lòng dũng cảmKorean: 용기 - 용맹Turkish: cesaret - yiğitlikUrdu: بہادری - جرأتIndonesian: keberanian - keberanian luar biasa
Example Sentences
The soldier showed great valor in battle.
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He was rewarded for his valor during the rescue.
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Not everyone sees valor the same way—sometimes, small acts can be just as brave.
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She acted with quiet valor and never expected recognition.
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Stories of valor inspire many people.
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It takes real valor to stand up for what's right, even when no one is watching.
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