Fuerzas (en. Forces)
/fweɾθas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Power or capacity to perform work.
The forces of nature shape the landscape.
Las fuerzas de la naturaleza moldean el paisaje.
Number of soldiers or troops in an army.
The armed forces of the country are on alert.
Las fuerzas armadas del país están en alerta.
Obligation or pressure exerted on something.
I felt the strength of the commitment I had made.
Sentía la fuerza del compromiso que había asumido.
Etymology
From Latin 'fortia', meaning strength or power.
Common Phrases and Expressions
armed forces
A set of military forces of a country.
fuerzas armadas
forces of nature
Energies and natural phenomena that affect the environment.
fuerzas de la naturaleza
to make an effort
To strive to achieve something.
hacer fuerzas
Related Words
strength
Capacity to exert an action or resistance.
fuerza
fortress
Moral strength or resilience in the face of adversity.
fortaleza
efficiency
Ability to achieve a goal with the least expenditure of resources.
eficiencia
Slang Meanings
Tough or strong in street context.
That guy is from the forces, don't get close.
Ese tipo es de las fuerzas, no te acerques.
Friend or buddy with whom one shares an intense experience.
He is my strength, always by my side.
Él es mi fuerza, siempre está a mi lado.