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imponente

imposing

adjective eem-poh-NEN-teh Rare
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Also means

impressive

Usage Note

Imponente describes something that inspires awe or commands respect through sheer scale, grandeur, or authority—a cathedral, a storm, a performance. It is stronger than impresionante and carries a sense of being overwhelmed rather than merely pleasantly surprised. Used freely with ser for inherent qualities.

Examples

"La montaña era imponente."

Natural Translation

The mountain was imposing.

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