tremenda
/treh-MEN-dah/
huge
A 'tremenda' piece of cheese, highlighting its massive size.
tremenda(adjective)
huge
?referring to size or quantity
enormous
?physical size
,intense
?referring to feelings or situations
📝 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.
💡 Grammar Points
Matching Feminine Words
Because this word ends in 'a', you must use it with feminine nouns (words like 'la casa', 'la idea', or 'la mujer').
⭐ Usage Tips
Adding Emphasis
In Spanish, putting 'tremenda' before the noun (una tremenda sorpresa) makes it sound more dramatic than putting it after.
A 'tremenda' person, describing someone who is a handful and very energetic.
tremenda(adjective)
a handful
?describing a naughty or very energetic person
naughty
?usually children
,terrible
?mischievous
📝 In Action
Tu hija es tremenda, no para de correr.
B1Your daughter is a handful, she doesn't stop running.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Not always bad!
Mistake: "Thinking 'tremenda' only means 'bad' or 'terrible'."
Correction: When describing a person's behavior, it often implies they are high-energy or mischievous, sometimes even in an admiring way.
A 'tremenda' character, representing a formidable and impressive personality.
tremenda(adjective)
formidable
?referring to a person's character or talent
amazing
?impressive quality
,incredible
?high skill level
📝 In Action
Es una abogada tremenda; nunca pierde un caso.
B2She is an incredible lawyer; she never loses a case.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: tremenda
Question 1 of 2
If someone says '¡Qué bofetada tremenda!', what are they talking about?
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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'.