violenta
/bee-oh-LEN-tah/
violent
A powerful storm illustrates the concept of 'violenta' as something intense and aggressive.
violenta(adjective)
violent
?aggressive or involving physical force
awkward
?socially uncomfortable or embarrassing
,intense
?strong colors, sounds, or actions
📝 In Action
La tormenta de anoche fue muy violenta.
A2Last night's storm was very violent.
Se produjo un silencio violento cuando él entró en la habitación.
B1An awkward silence occurred when he entered the room.
Ella no es una persona violenta.
A1She is not a violent person.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Match
Because this word ends in 'a', use it only when describing feminine things. If you describe a masculine thing, change it to 'violento'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
The 'Awkward' Trap
Mistake: "Using 'violenta' only for physical fights."
Correction: Remember that in Spanish, 'violenta' is the go-to word for 'socially awkward' situations that feel forced or uncomfortable.
⭐ Usage Tips
Describing Colors
You can use this to describe a color that is so bright it almost hurts to look at, like a very 'violenta' shade of neon pink.
A broken lock represents the action of 'violenta' as forcing something open.
violenta(verb)
to force
?to break open or use force against something
to violate
?to infringe on someone's privacy or principles
,to make uneasy
?to make someone feel socially pressured
📝 In Action
Esa pregunta me violenta un poco.
B2That question makes me feel a bit uneasy/awkward.
Alguien violenta la cerradura de la oficina.
C1Someone is forcing the office lock.
💡 Grammar Points
Double Identity
The word 'violenta' can mean 'she is violent' (adjective) OR 'he/she forces' (verb). Context tells you if it's a description or an action.
⭐ Usage Tips
Giving Commands
You can use 'violenta' as a command to tell someone to force something (like a stuck window), though it is not very common in daily talk.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: violenta
Question 1 of 1
If you are in a meeting and someone makes a very inappropriate joke, the resulting silence is often described as:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'violenta' to describe a man?
No. In Spanish, adjectives must match the gender of the person. For a man, you must use 'violento'. Use 'violenta' for women or feminine objects (like 'una tormenta').
Is 'violenta' always a bad thing?
Usually, yes, as it implies force or discomfort. However, in art or fashion, a 'color violento' might just mean it is extremely bold and striking.