How to Say "cheek" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “cheek” is “mejilla” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
the soft part of the face below the eye
Examples
El niño tiene las mejillas muy rojas.
The boy has very red cheeks.
Ella le dio un beso en la mejilla antes de irse.
She gave him a kiss on the cheek before leaving.
Las lágrimas rodaban por su mejilla.
Tears were rolling down her cheek.
Gender of Body Parts
This is a feminine word. Use 'la' for one cheek ('la mejilla') and 'las' for both ('las mejillas').
Mejilla vs. Mentón
Mistake: “Confusing 'mejilla' with 'mentón'.”
Correction: Use 'mejilla' for the sides of your face and 'mentón' or 'barbilla' for your chin.
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