American English
/stɹɔŋ/
One syllable.
Having a lot of physical power, or able to resist damage or pressure.
“Strong” is commonly pronounced /stɹɔŋ/. In many U.S. accents, especially those where the vowels in “cot” and “caught” sound the same, you may also hear /stɹɑŋ/.
Having a lot of physical power, or able to resist damage or pressure.
This box is strong enough to hold the books.
My brother is stronger than me.
strong muscles · strong arms · strong material · physically strong
be strong enough to + verb
stronger than + noun/pronoun
In good health and able to resist illness, tiredness, or difficult conditions.
She is strong and healthy after the operation.
A strong immune system helps fight infections.
strong immune system · strong heart · strong and healthy · stay strong
Having a lot of force or producing a large effect.
The strong wind knocked over the chair.
We received a strong signal in the mountains.
strong wind · strong current · strong signal · strong impact
a strong + noun
strong enough to + verb
Having a powerful taste or smell, or containing a lot of alcohol; not weak or diluted.
This coffee is too strong for me.
There was a strong smell of smoke in the room.
strong coffee · strong tea · strong smell · strong drink
A skill or area that someone does especially well.
Writing is her strong suit.