delgada

del-GAH-dah

thin?describing physical build or thickness,slender?an elegant or fit appearance

Also:slim?describing a healthy weight,fine?describing a narrow line or thread

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Ella es una mujer muy delgada y alta.

She is a very thin and tall woman.

Esta hoja de papel es demasiado delgada.

This sheet of paper is too thin.

Dibuja una línea delgada en el mapa.

Draw a thin line on the map.

Because this word ends in '-a', it is the feminine form. Use it when describing women, girls, or feminine objects like 'la mesa' or 'la línea'.

Mistake: "Using 'flaca' in a formal speech."

Correction: Use 'delgada' instead. 'Flaca' is very common but can be seen as too blunt or even slightly rude depending on the tone.

Use 'ser delgada' if someone is naturally thin. Use 'estar delgada' if someone looks thinner than usual or has lost weight recently.

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Which sentence describes a woman who has recently lost weight?

adelgazar(to lose weight) - verb

delgadez(thinness) - noun

Is 'delgada' offensive?

No, 'delgada' is the most polite and neutral way to say 'thin' or 'slender' in Spanish. It is much safer to use than 'flaca'.

Can I use 'delgada' for a boy?

No, for a boy or a masculine object, you must change the ending and use 'delgado'.