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    Fortes (en. Strong)

    /fɔʁ.t/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Having great strength or intensity.
    The storm revealed strong gusts of wind.
    La tempête a révélé de fortes rafales de vent.
    Having great influence or power.
    She has a strong chance of winning this competition.
    Elle a de fortes chances de gagner ce concours.
    Being very pronounced or accentuated.
    He has a strong personality that draws attention.
    Il a une forte personnalité qui attire l'attention.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'fortis' meaning 'strong, powerful'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have strong nerves
    To be able to remain calm in difficult situations.
    avoir les nerfs forts
    strong-willed individuals
    People with great determination or tenacity.
    fortes têtes
    a strong impact
    A significant or powerful effect on something.
    un fort impact

    Related Words

    strength
    Ability to act or resist
    force
    power
    Energy or power of action
    puissance
    solidity
    Characteristic of a resilient structure
    solidité

    Slang Meanings

    Very confident or dominant people.
    She is really strong in business, she knows what she wants.
    Elle est vraiment forte en affaires, elle sait ce qu'elle veut.
    Someone who has great energy or motivation.
    This guy is a real strong one, he never gives up.
    Ce type est un vrai fort, il ne lâche jamais prise.