Fat in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'fat' is 'gordo', pronounced GOHR-doh (IPA: /ˈɡoɾðo/). It is an A1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: gordos).
Pronunciation: GOHR-doh
| Spanish | gordo |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | GOHR-doh · /ˈɡoɾðo/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | gordos |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'gordo'
- Mi perro está gordo porque come demasiado.
My dog is fat because he eats too much. - El bebé tiene unas mejillas gorditas adorables.
The baby has adorable chubby cheeks. - Compró un diccionario gordo de mil páginas.
He bought a fat, thousand-page dictionary. - Esos gatos gordos duermen todo el día.
Those fat cats sleep all day.
Common Phrases with 'gordo'
- el premio gordo
the jackpot - caerle gordo a alguien
to rub someone the wrong way
How to Use 'gordo'
Regular four-form adjective: gordo, gorda, gordos, gordas. Estar gordo presents weight as a current state; ser gordo as a defining trait. Calling someone gordo can offend, though the diminutive gordito/a is often affectionate in Latin America.
Regional note: In Mexico and other countries, gordo/gorda is a common term of endearment for a partner or child.
Related Vocabulary
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Fat' in Spanish is 'gordo', pronounced GOHR-doh.
It is spelled g-o-r-d-o.
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