How to Say "slender" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “slender” is “delgada” — use 'delgada' when describing a person, especially a woman, as having a slim or slender build, often implying elegance or fitness..
delgada
del-GAH-dah/delˈɡaða/
Examples
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.
Matching Gender
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'.
Choosing the Right 'Thin'
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.
fino
/fee-noh//ˈfino/
Examples
Dibuja una línea muy fina con el lápiz.
Draw a very thin line with the pencil.
La arena de esta playa es muy fina.
The sand on this beach is very fine.
Matching the Gender
Remember to change the ending to 'fina' if the object you are describing is feminine, like 'la mesa fina'.
Fino vs. Delgado
Mistake: “Using 'fino' to describe a person who has lost weight.”
Correction: Use 'delgado' for people. Use 'fino' for objects or textures like paper, hair, or sand.
Person vs. Shape
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