Fuerte: strong
Pronunciation: FWEHR-teh (stress the capital letters)
Fuerte means “strong” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: strong; loud
- How to say it: FWEHR-teh
- Forms: fuerte, fuerte, fuertes, fuertes
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “fuerte” means and how to use it
Fuerte means “strong” and, for sounds, “loud.” It is also used for strong flavors, heavy rain, and serious issues.
Other translations: loud, heavy (rain), intense.
Forms of “fuerte”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | fuerte | fuertes |
| Feminine | fuerte | fuertes |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Mi papá es muy fuerte.My dad is very strong.
- La música está muy fuerte.The music is very loud.
- Hay un viento fuerte hoy.There is a strong wind today.
Usage tip
The word has the same form for masculine and feminine: un café fuerte, una lluvia fuerte. For “loud,” “alto” is also used in some countries.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “strong” in Spanish?
“strong” in Spanish is “fuerte.” It is pronounced FWEHR-teh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “fuerte”?
Say FWEHR-teh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “fuerte” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “fuerte,” “fuerte,” “fuertes,” and “fuertes.”
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