impactante
“impactante” means “striking” in Spanish (visually or emotionally strong).
striking, shocking
Also: impressive, powerful
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La noticia de hoy es muy impactante.
A2Today's news is very shocking.
Vimos un paisaje impactante desde la montaña.
B1We saw a striking landscape from the mountain.
Su discurso fue impactante y cambió la opinión de todos.
B2His speech was powerful and changed everyone's opinion.
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Quick Quiz: impactante
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is the correct way to describe a shocking photo (una foto)?
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📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the Spanish verb 'impactar,' which comes from the Latin 'impactus,' meaning 'pushed against' or 'struck.'
First recorded: 20th century (modern usage)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can 'impactante' be used for people?
Yes! If you say 'es una persona impactante,' it means they have a very strong presence, a striking look, or a powerful personality.
Is it different from 'impresionante'?
They are very similar. 'Impresionante' is more about being 'awesome' or 'amazing,' while 'impactante' often has a stronger emotional 'hit' or shock value.
Is 'impactante' a common word?
Very. You will see it constantly in YouTube thumbnails, newspaper headlines, and when friends talk about movies they just watched.