aventurero

adventurous

adjective ah-ben-too-REH-roh Rare

Also means

daring

Usage Note

Aventurero can describe a person who seeks thrilling experiences (un espíritu aventurero) or, with a more negative register, someone who acts recklessly or is an opportunistic schemer — context determines the tone. The noun form el aventurero can mean 'adventurer' or 'fortune-seeker' depending on whether the speaker admires or distrusts the subject.

Examples

"Tiene un carácter muy aventurero."

Natural Translation

She has a very adventurous character.

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