tremenda
“tremenda” means “huge” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
hugeAlso: enormous, intense
📝 In Action
Había una fila tremenda para entrar al concierto.
A2There was a huge line to get into the concert.
Tengo una sed tremenda después de correr.
B1I have an intense thirst after running.
Word Connections
a handfulAlso: naughty, terrible
📝 In Action
Tu hija es tremenda, no para de correr.
B1Your daughter is a handful, she doesn't stop running.
Word Connections
formidableAlso: amazing, incredible
📝 In Action
Es una abogada tremenda; nunca pierde un caso.
B2She is an incredible lawyer; she never loses a case.
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Quick Quiz: tremenda
Question 1 of 2
If someone says '¡Qué bofetada tremenda!', what are they talking about?
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📚 Etymology
From the Latin word 'tremendus', which originally described something so powerful or scary that it would make you tremble.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'tremenda' stronger than 'grande'?
Yes! While 'grande' just means big, 'tremenda' adds emotion and emphasis, similar to saying 'enormous' or 'massive' in English.
Can I use 'tremenda' for a man?
No, for a man or a masculine object, you must change the ending to 'o' and use 'tremendo'.