gallardear

Senses

1. 1.

   to strut; to show off

   to walk or behave in a proud, ostentatious manner

2. 2.

   to act gallantly or bravely

   to conduct oneself with courage or chivalry

Examples

• "El torero gallardeaba en la plaza ante la multitud."

  The bullfighter strutted about in the arena before the crowd.

• "Le encantaba gallardear sus nuevas habilidades frente a sus amigos."

  He loved showing off his new skills in front of his friends.

• "Gallardeó valientemente en la batalla sin temer al enemigo."

  He conducted himself bravely in battle without fear of the enemy.

Usage

Gallardear is a somewhat literary or formal verb derived from galardo (gallant, brave). It is less common in everyday speech but appears in historical, literary, and formal contexts. It can carry connotations of either admirable bravery or ostentatious showiness depending on context.