matador
/ma.ta.dɔʁ/masculine
The French word for bullfighter is matador.
Meaning: bullfighter (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The word matador is a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /ma.ta.dɔʁ/ and has 3 syllables.
Did you know?
- If you are reading a French newspaper and see the word matador used in a headline about politics, it likely refers to a person who has just 'conquered' an opponent or a difficult situation.
- While matador refers to the bullfighter, the art of bullfighting itself is called la corrida, which comes from the Spanish word for 'run'.
- While matador refers to the specific performer who kills the bull, a French speaker might use the broader term torero to describe anyone participating in the bullfighting ritual.
Examples in context
- Regardez le matador dans l'arène!Look at the matador in the arena!
- Le torero est un artiste courageux.The matador is a courageous artist.
- Le matador est entré dans l'arène.The bullfighter entered the arena.
- Il veut devenir un matador célèbre.He wants to become a famous bullfighter.
- Le costume du matador est magnifique.The bullfighter's costume is magnificent.
Example conversation
Two friends are watching a documentary about Spain.
- NathanRegarde ce matador sur l'écran.Look at that bullfighter on the screen.
- LéaIl est vraiment courageux, Nathan.He is really brave, Nathan.
- NathanOui, c'est un métier dangereux.Yes, it is a dangerous job.
- LéaC'est impressionnant à regarder.It is impressive to watch.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “matador” translations and entries matador, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
