Forzarla

Forzarla is a Spanish verb phrase formed by the verb forzar (to force) and the feminine singular direct object pronoun la. The pronoun la refers to a female person or a feminine noun previously mentioned in the context. When attached to an infinitive, the result is forzarla, meaning “to force her” or “to coerce her” into doing something.

Grammar and usage: Forzarla is transitive and requires a direct object. It is often followed by an infinitive clause to specify the action being compelled, as in forzarla a hacer algo (to force her to do something). The pronoun can also appear as the subject of a sentence with a different structure, depending on the surrounding verbs and punctuation. In everyday speech, forzarla can refer to coercing a female person to accept, participate, or reveal something. In formal or legal contexts, more precise terms like coaccionar or obligar are common substitutes to emphasize legality or voluntar coercion.

Nuances: The expression carries a sense of pressure or coercion, which can be physical, psychological, or social. Its connotation can range from informal pressure to outright coercion, including abusive or unethical behavior. Given the potential seriousness of the action, listeners and writers often choose more formal or precise verbs (coaccionar, obligar, presionar) depending on the context and the strength of the coercion described.

Examples: No quiero forzarla a tomar una decisión; prefiero que lo haga libremente. La empresa fue acusada de forzarla a firmar el contrato. El testigo afirmó que el captor intentó forzarla a revelar la ubicación de la reserva.

See also: coaccionar, obligar, presionar.