Intensa (en. Intense)

/inˈtensa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to something that is strong or marked in character or effect.
The light from the lamp is intense.
La luz de la lámpara es intensa.
Describes an emotion or feeling that is experienced very strongly.
She feels an intense sadness.
Ella siente una intensa tristeza.
Related to activities that require a lot of effort or energy.
The training was very intense.
El entrenamiento fue muy intenso.

Etymology

From Latin 'intensus', meaning 'tense, tight'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

intense competition
A very strong and demanding competition.
intensa competencia
intense passion
A great emotion or enthusiasm towards something or someone.
intensa pasión
intense connection
A very strong bond between people.
intensa conexión

Related Words

intensity
Degree of strength or amount of something.
intensidad
to try
To make an effort to achieve something.
intentar
intensive
That requires a great amount of effort or dedication.
intensivo

Slang Meanings

Something that is extremely good or exciting.
It was an intense party.
Fue una fiesta intensa.
A person who has a lot of energy or is very passionate.
That girl is very intense; she is always doing something.
Esa chica es muy intensa, siempre está haciendo algo.