Blandos (en. Soft)

/ˈblandos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is soft to the touch or in its consistency.
The bread was soft and fresh.
El pan estaba blando y fresco.
That is not firm or hard.
I need a soft mattress to sleep better.
Necesito un colchón blando para dormir mejor.
That does not show hardness or rigor.
His attitude was soft in the face of criticism.
Su actitud fue blanda ante la crítica.

Etymology

From the Latin 'blandus', which means soft or affectionate.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Touch the soft
To confront something without harshness.
tocar lo blando
Soft material
A material that is not rigid and deforms easily.
material blando
Soft action
An action that is not severe or strict.
acción blanda

Related Words

Softness
Quality of being soft.
blandura
Softie
Diminutive form that also means soft.
blandito
Smoothness
Quality of being smooth.
suavidad

Slang Meanings

A person who is not firm in their decisions.
That person is very soft, they never take a stand.
Esa persona es muy blanda, nunca toma una postura.
A relaxed and stress-free lifestyle.
After the holidays, I have a softer life.
Después de las vacaciones, tengo una vida más blanda.