torito
/toɾito/from spelling rules
The English phrase "little bull" is translated into Spanish as torito.
torito is used to refer to a young bull or a small bull.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is formed by the root toro (bull) and the diminutive suffix -ito (little/small).
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of torito is toritos.
How do you pronounce it?
/toɾito/
When do people say it?
In many Spanish-speaking cultures, torito is used as a name for traditional folk dances or festive characters in street celebrations.
Did you know?
- In some regions, a torito is not an animal but a mobile, lighted structure made of wood and cane that carries fireworks during street festivals.
- The diminutive suffix -ito in torito can be used to express affection or endearment rather than actual size.
- The diminutive suffix -ito traces its lineage back to the Late Latin suffix -ittus, which was also used to create smaller versions of nouns.
Examples in context
- El torito corre por el campo.The little bull runs through the field.
- Vimos un torito en la granja.We saw a little bull on the farm.
- Ese torito es muy valiente.That little bull is very brave.
Example conversation
Sofía and Alejandro are visiting a farm.
- SofíaAlejandro, mira aquel torito.Alejandro, look at that little bull.
- AlejandroEs muy pequeño y lindo.It is very small and cute.
- SofíaParece que quiere jugar.It looks like it wants to play.
- AlejandroEl torito es muy activo.The little bull is very active.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries torito, CC BY-SA 4.0.
