What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fuerte
Example
The music at the concert was so fuerte that it hurt my ears. [fuerte: adjective]
Example
He hit the ball with a fuerte swing, sending it flying over the fence. [fuerte: adverb]
raucous
Example
The raucous laughter from the party next door kept me up all night. [raucous: adjective]
Example
The protesters outside were shouting raucously, making it hard to hear anything else. [raucously: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Raucous is more commonly used than fuerte in English, especially in informal contexts. Fuerte is more commonly used in Spanish.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between fuerte and raucous?
Both fuerte and raucous are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
