juvenil
/hoo-beh-NEEL/
youthful
The word 'juvenil' can describe a youthful and energetic spirit.
juvenil(adjective)
youthful
?describing a person's look or spirit
,young
?related to teenagers or young adults
junior
?as in clothing sizes or sports categories
📝 In Action
Mi abuelo tiene un espíritu muy juvenil.
A2My grandfather has a very youthful spirit.
Ella prefiere la moda juvenil.
B1She prefers youthful/junior fashion.
💡 Grammar Points
One Form for All
This word doesn't change to match boys or girls! Whether the person you're describing is male or female, 'juvenil' stays exactly the same.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Avoid 'Juvenila'
Mistake: "una chica juvenila"
Correction: una chica juvenil
⭐ Usage Tips
Is it positive?
Usually, yes! Calling someone's style 'juvenil' is often a compliment, implying they look fresh and energetic. However, in legal contexts like 'delincuencia juvenil,' it's just a factual label.
In sports, 'juvenil' refers to a junior player in a youth league.
juvenil(noun)
junior
?a player in a youth sports league
young person
?referring to a teenager or adolescent
📝 In Action
Él juega en el equipo de los juveniles.
B1He plays on the junior team.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: juvenil
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the correct way to say 'a youthful woman'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'juvenil' different from 'joven'?
Yes. 'Joven' simply means 'young' (age). 'Juvenil' describes qualities associated with youth, like 'youthful' (style, spirit, or a specific league).
Does 'juvenil' have a plural form?
Yes! Just add -es to make it 'juveniles' for more than one person or thing.