Meteoro
/meteoɾo/from spelling rules
The phrase "speed racer" is translated into Spanish as Meteoro in the context of the popular manga and anime series about car racing.
Meteoro is the name given to the main character of the famous racing-themed anime and manga series in the Spanish-speaking world.
How do you pronounce it?
/meteoɾo/
Did you know?
- The name Meteoro is actually a single word that in English refers to a 'meteor' or a 'meteorological phenomenon'.
- The name Meteoro is derived from the Ancient Greek word 'metéōros', which means 'lofty'.
- In many Spanish-speaking dubs, the name was chosen because a 'meteor' provides a more dynamic and heroic visual image for children than a literal translation of 'speed'.
Examples in context
- ¿Recuerdas el episodio de Meteoro en el que gana la carrera en la montaña?Do you remember the episode of Speed Racer where he wins the race in the mountains?
- Mi personaje favorito es Meteoro.My favorite character is Speed Racer.
- ¿Te gusta la serie de Meteoro?Do you like the Speed Racer series?
- Meteoro conduce un coche muy rápido.Speed Racer drives a very fast car.
Example conversation
Maria and Alejandro are talking about old anime.
- María¿Has visto la serie de Meteoro?Have you seen the Speed Racer series?
- AlejandroSí, me encanta el coche de Meteoro.Yes, I love Speed Racer's car.
- MaríaEs un clásico del anime.It is an anime classic.
- AlejandroTienes razón, María.You are right, Maria.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries meteoro, CC BY-SA 4.0.
