Forjado (en. Wrought)

/forˈxaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The result of the work of forging; an object shaped by hammering metal.
The forging of the sword required many hours of work.
El forjado de la espada requirió muchas horas de trabajo.
The art or technique of forging metals.
Forging is an ancient technique used in blacksmithing.
El forjado es una técnica antigua utilizada en la herrería.
verb
To shape hot metal by means of blows.
The blacksmith forged the iron to make a horseshoe.
El herrero forjado el hierro para hacer una herradura.

Etymology

From the participle of the verb forge, which comes from the Latin 'furgāre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

forged by fire
Made intensely, going through a rigorous process.
forjado a fuego
forged in adversity
Developed or strengthened through difficult experiences.
forjado en la adversidad

Related Words

to forge
To carry out the process of shaping a metal.
forjar
forge
The place where the forging process takes place.
forja
forger
A person dedicated to forging metals.
forjador

Slang Meanings

To do something intensely or with effort.
It's clear that he is forged in hard work.
Se nota que está forjado en el trabajo duro.
To create or establish a solid relationship.
Their friendship was forged over years of trust.
Su amistad fue forjada en años de confianza.