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How to Say "snug" in Spanish

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cómodo

AdjectiveA1General
Use 'cómodo' when 'snug' refers to a feeling of coziness, comfort, or a pleasant, close fit that doesn't feel restrictive.

Examples

Me encanta esta manta porque es muy cómoda y cálida.

I love this blanket because it's very snug and warm.

ajustado

/ah-hoo-STAH-doh//axusˈtado/

adjectiveA2General
Use 'ajustado' when 'snug' specifically describes something that fits very tightly or closely to the body, sometimes to the point of being restrictive.
A person wearing a brightly colored t-shirt that is clearly too small and clinging to their body.

Examples

Llevo unos pantalones muy ajustados hoy.

I'm wearing very snug pants today.

Este vestido es demasiado ajustado para mí.

This dress is too tight for me.

La tapa de la caja está muy ajustada y no abre.

The lid of the box is very snug and won't open.

Matching the Noun

The ending of the word changes depending on what you are describing. Use 'ajustado' for masculine items (like pantalones) and 'ajustada' for feminine items (like una falda).

Describing vs. Result

Use 'ser' if the clothing is designed to be tight (a style), and 'estar' if it feels tight on you right now because of your size.

Don't forget the 'a'

Mistake: “La camisa es ajustado.”

Correction: La camisa es ajustada. Since 'camisa' is feminine, the adjective must end in 'a'.

Comfort vs. Tightness

Learners often confuse 'cómodo' and 'ajustado' by using 'cómodo' for a tight fit. Remember, 'cómodo' emphasizes comfort and a pleasant closeness, while 'ajustado' focuses on how tightly something fits.

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