WORD MEANING

Forte meaning

FOR-tay · noun

A person's strong point or talent.

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Other meanings

In music, a direction to play loudly or strongly.

In fencing, the stronger part of the sword blade, near the hilt.

The term can also appear as a name or brand.

Examples

Her forte is playing the piano beautifully.

Mathematics has always been his forte.

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