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    Aguda (en. Acute)

    /aˈɣu.ða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It is said of something that has a sharp end.
    The knife is very sharp.
    El cuchillo es muy agudo.
    Refers to a sound that is high or penetrating.
    The train's whistle is sharp.
    El silbido del tren es agudo.
    Used to describe an emphasis on the penultimate syllable in Spanish.
    The word 'mouse' is sharp.
    La palabra 'ratón' es aguda.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'acutus', meaning pointed or sharp.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sharp knife
    Refers to a knife that cuts easily.
    cuchillo agudo
    sharp thinking
    Used to describe a keen or brilliant mind.
    pensamiento agudo
    sharp sound
    Describes a sound that is high and can be uncomfortable.
    sonido agudo

    Related Words

    sharpen
    To make something sharper or more intense.
    agudizar
    sharpness
    Quality of being sharp or intelligent.
    agudeza

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who has a strong and determined personality.
    That girl is very sharp; she always knows what she wants.
    Esa chica es bien aguda, siempre sabe lo que quiere.
    A way to refer to a clever joke or comment.
    He made a sharp comment that made everyone laugh.
    Hizo un comentario agudo que hizo reír a todos.