French word

intense

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛ̃tɑ̃s/

Meaning

  • adjectiveintense

Example

Le parfum est intense.

The perfume is intense.

Illustration for intense (intense)

More examples

J'ai ressenti une émotion intense.

I felt an intense emotion.

Core concept

A powerful quality that fills attention and leaves a strong impression.

Common phrases

  • parfum intense

    intense fragrance

  • odeur intense

    intense odor

  • couleur intense

    intense color

Similar words

fort: Noticeably strong, with its force or effect clearly apparent.
profond: Experienced with great depth and emotional force.

Definition in French

Qualifie quelque chose qui présente un degré élevé d'intensité, perceptible par les sens, les émotions ou d'autres qualités.

Word origin

Intense is a learned borrowing from Latin intensus, related to intendere, 'to stretch or strain', and it acquired its modern sense of exceptional strength.

Usage tips

  • Intense describes a high degree, while intensif describes an intensive format or method, as in un cours intensif.

Other meanings

  • strongadjective

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