to-be-a-force-of-nature
/tə biː ə fɔːs əv ˈneɪ.tʃə/ IELTSAcademic
idiom
To be an active, strong, and impressive person or thing that has a powerful effect on others. It often suggests energy, confidence, and a personality that is hard to ignore.
- She is a force of nature in meetings.
- His grandmother is a force of nature.
- That singer is a force of nature on stage.
Adinary Nuance
A force of nature is stronger and more vivid than strong, energetic, or dynamic. Use it when someone seems bigger than life and leaves a strong impression. It sounds admiring, and sometimes a little dramatic. It is not usually used for quiet or careful people.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- người rất mạnh mẽ
- Spanish
- fuerza de la naturaleza
- Chinese
- 充满活力的人
- Japanese
- 強烈な存在感の人
- Korean
- 자연의 힘 같은 사람
Etymology
This phrase comes from the older expression "force of nature," which compares a person to a powerful natural event. It became common in modern English to praise someone’s strong energy or impact.
Common phrases
a force of naturelike a force of natureshe is a force of nature
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Frequently asked questions
- Is "force of nature" a compliment?
- Usually, yes. It means someone is impressive, powerful, and hard to ignore.
- Is it formal or informal?
- It is common in speech and writing. It sounds vivid, not very formal.
- Can I use it for things, not people?
- Yes. It can describe events, music, or personalities with strong impact.