furioso (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

• Adjective

Phonetic Transcription

• /fuɾiˈoso/

Translation Options into English

• Furious
• Enraged
• Livid
• Frantic

Meaning and Usage

The word "furioso" refers to a state of intense anger or rage. It describes a person who is extremely angry or reacting in a way that shows great anger. It is used commonly in both oral and written forms, although it might appear more frequently in written contexts due to its descriptive nature in literature or everyday conversations.

Frequency of Use

"Furioso" is used relatively frequently in conversations expressing a strong emotional state, though it may appear more often in literary works due to its dramatic connotation.

Example Sentences

1. Él estaba furioso por la traición de su amigo.

2. He was furious about his friend's betrayal.

3. No quiero discutir cuando estás furioso.

4. I don't want to argue when you're furious.

5. La tormenta se volvió furiosa en cuestión de minutos.

6. The storm became furious within minutes.

Idiomatic Expressions

The word "furioso" is sometimes included in idiomatic expressions, showcasing emotional intensity or frustration. Here are some examples:

1. Estar furioso como una tempestad
2. To be furious like a storm.

3. Ella estaba furiosa como una tempestad cuando supo la noticia.

   • She was furious like a storm when she heard the news.

4. Sacar a alguien de quicio furioso

5. To drive someone mad (furious).

6. El ruido constante del tráfico lo sacó de quicio furioso.

   • The constant noise of traffic drove him mad (furious).

7. Echar chispas de furia

8. To be livid with rage.

9. Cuando llegó tarde a la reunión, echó chispas de furia.

   • When he arrived late to the meeting, he was livid with rage.

10. Estar furioso como un león

11. To be furious like a lion.
12. Ayer, Ricardo estaba furioso como un león después del partido.
    • Yesterday, Ricardo was furious like a lion after the game.

Etymology

The word "furioso" originates from the Latin term "furiosus," which means "fury," derived from "furia," denoting wildness or rage.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms

• Enfurecido (enraged)
• Indignado (indignant)
• Irritado (irritated)
• Airado (angry)

Antonyms

• Tranquilo (calm)
• Sereno (serene)
• Satisfecho (satisfied)
• Contento (content)