What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
toro
Example
El toro bravo es un animal muy fuerte. [toro: noun]
Example
Cada año, miles de personas corren delante de los toros en Pamplona. [toros: plural noun]
taurus
Example
My birthday is in May, so I'm a Taurus. [Taurus: noun]
Example
I drive a Ford Taurus. [Taurus: proper noun]
Example
She's very stubborn, just like a typical Taurus. [Taurus: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Taurus is more commonly used than toro in everyday language, especially in English-speaking countries where it has multiple meanings. Toro is less common and is mostly used in Spanish-speaking countries or in contexts related to Spanish culture.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between toro and taurus?
Neither toro nor Taurus are particularly formal or informal. However, Taurus may be slightly more formal due to its use in astrology and the car industry.
