How to Say "bald" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “bald” is “calvo” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
adjectiveA2
lacking hair on the head
Examples
Mi tío es calvo y siempre lleva gorra.
My uncle is bald and always wears a cap.
Se quedó calvo cuando era muy joven.
He went bald when he was very young.
Esa montaña está calva por falta de lluvia.
That mountain is barren due to lack of rain.
Using Ser vs. Estar with Calvo
Use 'ser' if someone is naturally bald (a permanent trait). Use 'estar' if you are commenting on how someone looks now, or if they have recently shaved their head.
Confusing 'Calvo' and 'Calvo'
Mistake: “Using 'calvoso' to say someone is going bald.”
Correction: There is no such word as 'calvoso'. Just use 'calvo' or the phrase 'se está quedando calvo' (he is going bald).
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