forte
strong
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˈfɔr.te/
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Cultural Note
'Forte' in Italian covers physical strength, intensity (coffee, flavors), loudness (music), and emotional resilience. 'Che forte!' is slang for 'How cool!' among younger Italians. It is one of the most versatile adjectives in the language.
📝 Example Sentences
Hai delle braccia molto forti.
You have very strong arms.
Il caffè italiano è troppo forte per me.
Italian coffee is too strong for me.
Sei forte, ce la farai.
You are strong, you will make it.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | forti |
| masculine_plural | forti |
| feminine_singular | forte |
| masculine_singular | forte |