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How to Say "convincing" in Spanish

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convincente

kohn-veen-SEHN-teh/kom.binˈθen.te/

adjectiveB1general
Use 'convincente' when you want to describe something, like an argument or evidence, that logically persuades or convinces someone.
A stylized illustration showing one figure holding up a large, glowing golden key, representing undeniable evidence. A second figure is immediately giving an enthusiastic thumbs-up sign, showing they are convinced.

Examples

El abogado presentó una prueba muy convincente.

The lawyer presented very convincing evidence.

Su explicación no fue nada convincente, sigo dudando.

His explanation wasn't convincing at all; I still doubt it.

Necesitamos un argumento convincente para ganar el debate.

We need a persuasive argument to win the debate.

One Form for Both Genders

Since 'convincente' ends in -e, it is used for both masculine nouns (el argumento convincente) and feminine nouns (la razón convincente). You don't need to change the ending.

Making it Plural

To describe more than one thing, simply add -s: 'convincentes' (e.g., Las pruebas eran convincentes).

Forgetting the Plural

Mistake: “Los argumentos fue convincente.”

Correction: Los argumentos fueron convincentes. (Make sure the adjective agrees with the noun in number, meaning singular or plural.)

fuerte

/FWER-teh//ˈfweɾte/

adjectiveB1general
Use 'fuerte' when referring to an argument or a position that is strong, powerful, and therefore convincing, often implying resilience or assertiveness.
An illustration of a person standing firm and calm while a strong wind and rain batter around them, symbolizing emotional strength.

Examples

Tienes que tener un argumento fuerte para ganar el debate.

You have to have a strong argument to win the debate.

Tienes que ser fuerte para superar esta situación.

You have to be strong to get through this situation.

Ella tiene un carácter muy fuerte.

She has a very strong character.

Es una razón muy fuerte para cambiar de opinión.

It's a very strong reason to change one's mind.

Choosing Between 'Convincente' and 'Fuerte'

Learners often incorrectly use 'fuerte' when they mean 'convincente.' Remember that 'convincente' directly means 'convincing,' while 'fuerte' means 'strong' and is only used for convincingness when the strength itself is the reason it's convincing.

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