What does "macho" mean in English?

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Spanish

macho

English

male

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Alternative translations of "macho"

man
masculine
stud
tough guy

Examples of how to use "macho" in Spanish

Spanish
El león macho tiene melena.
English
The male lion has a mane.
Spanish
El toro es un macho fuerte en la finca
English
The bull is a strong male on the farm.
Spanish
Mi amigo actúa como un macho
English
My friend acts like a macho.
Spanish
Esa vaca no es un macho
English
That cow is not a male.
Spanish
La perra es macha y protege su casa
English
The female dog is tough and protects her house.

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El león macho tiene melena.

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