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    Tierna (en. Tender)

    /ˈtjer.na/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That shows or expresses tenderness.
    That movie has a very tender message.
    Esa película tiene un mensaje muy tierno.
    That is soft and easy to bite or cut.
    The meat was so tender that it fell apart at the touch.
    La carne estaba tan tierna que se deshacía al tocarla.
    Refers to something or someone that generates feelings of affection.
    The puppy is very tender and playful.
    El cachorro es muy tierno y juguetón.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'tener', which means to have, to hold.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    tender childhood
    The first stage of a person's life, usually up to 3 years old.
    tierna infancia
    tender gaze
    A way of looking that expresses affection or fondness.
    mirada tierna
    tender soul
    A person who has a sensitive and affectionate character.
    alma tierna

    Related Words

    tenderness
    Intense feeling of affection towards someone or something.
    ternura
    tender
    Adjective that describes something that is soft or affectionate.
    tierno
    cuteness
    Diminutive used affectionately to refer to something tender.
    ternurita

    Slang Meanings

    Description of a person who is very affectionate.
    That girl is so tender; she always helps others.
    Esa chica es tan tierna, siempre ayuda a los demás.
    Said of something that is very pretty or charming.
    Those flowers are tender; I love them.
    Esas flores son tiernas, me encantan.