How to Say "dim" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “dim” is “oscuro” — use 'oscuro' when referring to a lack of light, making it difficult to see..
oscuro
oh-SKOO-roh/osˈkuɾo/
Examples
La habitación estaba demasiado oscura para leer.
The room was too dim to read.
Estaba muy oscuro en el sótano y no encontré las llaves.
It was very dark in the basement and I couldn't find the keys.
Prefiero las películas con un tono oscuro y misterioso.
I prefer movies with a dark and mysterious tone.
No salgas después de que oscurezca.
Don't go out after it gets dark (after it darkens).
Agreement
As an adjective, 'oscuro' must always match the thing it describes. Use 'oscura' for feminine things (la noche oscura), 'oscuros' for masculine plural things, and 'oscuras' for feminine plural things.
Forgetting Agreement
Mistake: “La noche es oscuro.”
Correction: La noche es oscura. (The night is feminine, so the adjective must end in 'a'.)
Examples
Mi abuelo es un poco lento para entender la tecnología nueva.
My grandpa is a bit dim when it comes to understanding new technology.
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