Amador
/amadoɾ/from spelling rules
Amador is a Spanish male given name.
The name is a masculine given name of Spanish origin.
How do you pronounce it?
/amadoɾ/
Did you know?
- The name Amador is a linguistic doublet of the English word 'amateur'. While they look different, they both stem from the same Latin root meaning 'one who loves'.
- While Amador is a name, the common noun amador describes a passionate devotee of a specific art or hobby. For example, a music lover is called an amador de la música.
- In Spanish, Amador is the active version of the name Amado. While Amador means 'the one who loves', Amado means 'the beloved'.
Examples in context
- Buenos días, ¿podría hablar con el señor Amador, por favor?Good morning, could I speak with Mr. Amador, please?
- ¡Hola, Amadorcito! ¿Qué tal estás?Hi, little Amador! How are you?
- Amador es un nombre muy bonito.Amador is a very beautiful name.
- ¿Conoces a algún Amador por aquí?Do you know any Amador around here?
- Mi abuelo se llama Amador.My grandfather's name is Amador.
Example conversation
Sofía and Alejandro are talking about a new classmate.
- Sofía¿Cómo se llama el chico nuevo?What is the new boy's name?
- AlejandroSe llama Amador.His name is Amador.
- SofíaAh, Amador es un nombre clásico.Ah, Amador is a classic name.
- AlejandroSí, es un nombre muy tradicional.Yes, it is a very traditional name.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries amador, CC BY-SA 4.0.
