Adjective
/forˈni.ðo/
"Fornido" describes someone who has a strong, robust, and muscular physique. In the Spanish language, it is often used to refer to a person who is physically impressive or has a powerful build. The word can be used to describe both men and women, though it is more commonly associated with men.
In terms of frequency, "fornido" is moderately used, often appearing in both oral and written contexts, but may have a slightly higher occurrence in written descriptions, such as literature or formal writing.
The boxer is stocky and agile in the ring.
Necesito un mueble fornido que aguante el peso de todos mis libros.
I need a sturdy piece of furniture that can hold all my books.
Su hermano es fornido, siempre he admirado su fuerza.
While "fornido" itself is not frequently found in specific idiomatic expressions, its use can lead to phrases that convey physical robustness or strength rather than being idiomatic in nature.
He is like a sturdy oak tree, strong and resilient.
Tiene la fuerza de un fornido toro en el trabajo.
He has the strength of a sturdy bull at work.
A pesar de su edad, sigue siendo un hombre fornido.
The word "fornido" comes from the Latin "fornītus," which translates to "shaped" or "formed." This evolved into its current meaning related to physical robustness and strength. Over time, "fornido" has retained its connotation of being well-formed or well-built.
Synonyms: - Robusto (robust) - Musculoso (muscular) - Sólido (solid)
Antonyms: - Débil (weak) - Flaco (thin) - Fragil (fragile)