coraje

Coraje is a Spanish noun that denotes two closely related concepts: courage or bravery, and anger or irritation. In standard usage, coraje most commonly refers to inner strength to face danger or difficulty, comparable to courage or valor in English. It can be used in phrases such as "tener coraje" (to have courage or nerve) and "mostrar coraje" (to show bravery).

In colloquial speech, coraje also means anger, annoyance, or resentment. Phrases like "me da coraje" express that something makes someone angry or frustrated. The intensity can range from mild irritation to a strong fit of anger ("un coraje").

Etymology: from Old French corage, from Latin cor, heart, via the sense of heart or inner fortitude.

In literature and media, coraje appears in titles and expressions; e.g., "Coraje, el perro cobarde" is the Spanish title of the animated series Courage the Cowardly Dog (1999–2002). The word's dual meaning reflects cultural attitudes toward emotions and strength.