violentos
/bee-oh-LEHN-tohs/
violent
Violentos can describe actions involving physical force, like a heavy mallet smashing a crate.
violentos(adjective)
violent
?using or involving physical force intended to hurt or damage
aggressive
?describing people prone to fighting
,forceful
?describing an action done with great strength
📝 In Action
Los manifestantes se volvieron violentos al final de la tarde.
B1The protesters became violent late in the afternoon.
No me gustan los videojuegos violentos.
A2I don't like violent video games.
💡 Grammar Points
Matching Your Nouns
Since this word ends in '-os,' it must describe plural, masculine nouns (like 'hombres') or groups with at least one male.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Gender Mismatch
Mistake: "Las tormentas son violentos."
Correction: Las tormentas son violentas. Use 'violentas' for feminine plural nouns like 'tormentas'.
⭐ Usage Tips
A Word for Force
Use this word when there is actual physical power or hurt involved, rather than just being 'mean' or 'rude'.
In nature, violentos refers to intense weather, such as a powerful wind storm.
violentos(adjective)
intense
?describing nature, weather, or colors
fierce
?describing winds or storms
,vivid
?describing very bright or clashing colors
📝 In Action
Hubo vientos violentos durante la tormenta.
B1There were fierce winds during the storm.
Esa pintura tiene contrastes muy violentos.
B2That painting has very intense/vivid contrasts.
Violentos can also describe awkward or uncomfortable social moments, like an accidental spill.
violentos(adjective)
awkward
?describing an uncomfortable social situation
embarrassing
?situations that make you feel uneasy
📝 In Action
Fueron unos momentos violentos para todos nosotros.
C1Those were some awkward moments for all of us.
⭐ Usage Tips
Social Pressure
In some countries, 'violento' doesn't mean someone is hitting you; it just means the conversation is so awkward you want to leave!
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: violentos
Question 1 of 2
Which of these would you describe as 'violentos'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'violentos' for a group of women?
No. If you are describing a group of only females, you must use the feminine form: 'violentas'.
Is 'violentos' always a bad thing?
Usually, yes, because it implies unwanted force or discomfort. However, when describing colors or nature, it simply means they are extremely intense.