Forte

/ˈfɔːrteɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person's strong point or talent.

Mathematics has always been her forte, excelling in every exam.

A particular strength or skill.

Public speaking is not his forte; he prefers to communicate in writing.

The stronger part of a sword blade, typically the portion closest to the hilt.

The swordsman aimed for the opponent’s weak point, using the forte of his blade effectively.

adverb

In music, indicating to be played loudly, especially marking the strong beat.

The conductor signaled the orchestra to play the passage forte to convey the drama of the piece.

French, from Italian 'forte' meaning 'strong'.

get in one's forte:

To engage in an activity where one excels.

in one's forte:

Referring to something that one is particularly skilled at.

forte of the sword:

Referring to the strongest part of a sword.

A skill or area of expertise.

Cooking is totally my forte.

Something someone excels at, often used in a casual context.

Basketball is his forte; he plays every weekend.