Tiernas (en. Tender)

/ˈtjernas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Soft and smooth to the touch.

Tender vegetables are more pleasant to eat.

Las verduras tiernas son más agradables al comer.

That is in an early stage of development.

Tender animals need special care.

Los animales tiernos necesitan cuidados especiales.

It is used to describe affectionate feelings or attitudes.

She has a tender and kind heart.

Ella tiene un corazón tierno y amable.

It comes from the Latin 'tener', which means to have softness.

tender words

affectionate or loving expressions

tiernas palabras

tender age

stage of childhood or youth

tierna edad

tender friendship

a very close and affectionate friendship

tierna amistad

tender (related word)

that shows affection or warmth

tierno

tenderly

in a tender or loving manner

tiernamente

little tender

diminutive of tender, used to refer to something even smaller and more tender

tiernecillo

To describe something as sweet or charming.

That girl is so tender, I love her.

Esa niña es tan tierna, me encanta.

Used in a romantic context to refer to a partner.

Now that we are together, I see you as so tender.

Ahora que estamos juntos, te veo tan tierna.