Esbelta (en. Slender)

/esˈβel.ta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to a person who has a thin and elegant body.
She is a slender model who walks on international runways.
Ella es una modelo esbelta que desfila en pasarelas internacionales.
Describes an object that has thin and graceful lines.
The slender statue by the artist is a symbol of beauty.
La estatua esbelta del artista es un símbolo de belleza.
Indicates an overall appearance of elegance and lightness.
Her slender dress gave her a sophisticated air.
Su vestido esbelto le otorgaba un aire sofisticado.

Etymology

From Latin 'exbelta', meaning 'thin, slender'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

slender as a model
It refers to someone who has a very stylized and thin figure.
esbelta como un modelo
slender figure
Description of a thin and harmonious body shape.
figura esbelta
walk elegantly
Describing a way of walking that is elegant and light.
caminar esbelto

Related Words

thinness
Quality of being thin.
delgadez
grace
Gift of elegance in movement or form.
gracia
elegance
Style or grace in posture or appearance.
elegancia

Slang Meanings

To be in shape.
After exercising, I feel slender.
Después de hacer ejercicio, me siento esbelta.
To have an attractive and thin figure.
That actress is super slender, she looks incredible!
Esa actriz está súper esbelta, ¡se ve increíble!