hjälte — meaning in English

English meaning

• hero noun A person admired for great courage, noble actions, or outstanding achievement.

Senses

hjälte is used for these senses in English:

• good guy (informal) A hero, particularly a protagonist in a story.
• hero (informal, intransitive) To act as a hero (brave person; role model; or protagonist).

hero — full definition

1. noun A person admired for great courage, noble actions, or outstanding achievement.
2. noun The main character in a story, film, or play.
3. noun A large sandwich packed with meats, cheese, and other fillings, also called a sub or hoagie.
4. verb To treat someone as a hero, or to give something special prominence and attention.

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