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esforzado

hardworking person

adjective noun es-fohr-SAH-doh Rare

Also means

determined person

Usage Note

Esforzado functions both as an adjective ('hardworking, determined') and as a noun referring to a person who works hard or shows great effort. As a noun it can be masculine or feminine: un esforzado, una esforzada. It implies sustained effort and perseverance, carrying a positive, admiring connotation.

Examples

"Es un estudiante muy esforzado."

Natural Translation

He is a very hardworking student.

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