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How to Say ‘Is a little stronger / more intense’ in Mexican Spanish

Es un poco más intensa

es oon POH-koh mahs een-TEN-sah

[es oon POH-koh mahs een-TEN-sah]

💬 Usage Tip: [Un poco más] is a very reusable way to soften a comparison: "a little more." You can swap the adjective: [un poco más suave], [un poco más fuerte].

Phrase Breakdown

Es

[es]

is

'Es' links the subject with its description.

Example

Es un poco más intensa que la otra opción.

It is a little more intense than the other option.

un

[oon]

a / one

'Un' is the masculine form of 'a' and is part of the phrase 'un poco.'

Example

Es un poco más intensa, pero sigue siendo agradable.

It is a little more intense, but it is still pleasant.

poco

[POH-koh]

little / bit

'Poco' means little or a bit; 'un poco' means 'a little.'

Example

Es un poco más intensa si prefieres sabores marcados.

It is a little more intense if you prefer pronounced flavors.

más

[mahs]

more

'Más' means more and is used for comparisons.

Example

Es un poco más intensa que el café de Chiapas.

It is a little more intense than the coffee from Chiapas.

intensa

[een-TEN-sah]

intense

'Intensa' describes a stronger or bolder flavor; feminine to match 'mezcla.'

Example

Es un poco más intensa, ideal si te gusta el café fuerte.

It is a little more intense, ideal if you like strong coffee.

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