Tiernos (en. Tender)

/ˈtjer.nos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is soft to the touch.
The freshly baked bread is tender and delicious.
El pan recién horneado está tierno y delicioso.
That expresses or inspires tenderness.
The movie had tender moments that made everyone cry.
La película tenía momentos tiernos que hicieron llorar a todos.
That is young or of short age.
The tender lambs are adorable on the farm.
Los tiernos corderitos son adorables en la granja.

Etymology

From Latin 'tenerus', which means soft or tender.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tender heart
A person who gets easily emotional.
corazón tierno
tender moment
A situation that evokes tenderness and affection.
momento tierno
to make tender
To awaken feelings of tenderness in others.
hacer tiernos

Related Words

tenderness
Feeling of affection and love.
ternura
affection
Feeling of affection towards someone.
afecto
softness
Quality of being soft or tender.
blandura

Slang Meanings

Describes someone who is very affectionate.
That girl is very tender, she always helps others.
Esa chica es muy tierna, siempre ayuda a los demás.
It is often used to refer to adorable things.
Look at that cute puppy, I want one!
Mira ese perrito tan tierno, ¡quiero uno!