Intenso (en. Intense)

/inˈtenso/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is strong or high in degree or quantity.
The sun's heat is intense in summer.
El calor del sol es intenso en verano.
That requires a lot of effort or dedication.
The training was intense, but it was worth it.
El entrenamiento fue intenso, pero valió la pena.
That provokes strong emotions.
The movie had an intense ending.
La película tuvo un final intenso.

Etymology

From the Latin 'intensus', participle of 'intendere' which means 'to stretch towards'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

intense love
relationship or feeling that is very strong and passionate.
amor intenso
intense colors
very vivid and bright colors.
colores intensos
intense pain
pain that is felt with great strength.
dolor intenso

Related Words

intensity
Degree of strength or quantity of something.
intensidad
to intensify
To increase the intensity of something.
intensificar
intensible
That cannot be intensified.
intensible

Slang Meanings

Something that impresses or surprises a lot.
That party was intense; everyone enjoyed it to the fullest.
Esa fiesta fue intensa, todos la disfrutaron al máximo.
A person with a very strong or energetic personality.
My friend is very intense; he always wants to be the center of attention.
Mi amigo es muy intenso, siempre quiere ser el centro de atención.