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    Agudos (en. Acute)

    /aˈɡuðos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It refers to a sound that is penetrating or produced at a high frequency.
    The sharp singing of the birds woke me up.
    El agudo canto de los pájaros me despertó.
    It refers to a blade that is sharp and capable of cutting.
    Be careful with that knife, it has a very sharp edge.
    Cuida con ese cuchillo, tiene un borde muy agudo.
    Used in music, it refers to notes that are high in pitch.
    The melody has several moments with sharp and vibrant notes.
    La melodía tiene varios momentos con notas agudas y vibrantes.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'acutus', which means 'sharp' or 'pointed'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    high-pitched screams
    Screams or sounds of high frequency that are strident.
    gritos agudos
    keen sense
    Ability to perceive or understand very well-developed.
    sentido agudo
    sharp humor
    A sense of humor that is insightful or incisive.
    humor agudo

    Related Words

    sharpness
    Quality of being sharp, both in sounds and in the mind.
    agudeza
    hole
    Opening with a sharp or pointed edge.
    agujero
    to sharpen
    To make something more intense, like pain or a sensation.
    agudizar

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a very insightful person.
    That girl is sharp; she always picks up on things before others do.
    Esa chica es aguda, siempre capta las cosas antes que los demás.
    In music, it is used to describe a highly skilled musician.
    The guitarist is very sharp, playing notes that everyone thinks are impossible.
    El guitarrista es muy agudo, toca notas que todos piensan que son imposibles.