lindo
masculine, Mexico
In Mexico "cute" is lindo for a man or thing and linda for a woman. Bonito and tierno are also very common.
Meaning: attractive in a sweet way (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| lindo | masculine, Mexico |
| bonito | neutral |
| linda | feminine, Mexico |
| tierno | sweet and endearing |
Say qué lindo about a baby, a pet or a gift. Use tierno when something is sweet and touching, such as a puppy.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Chulo and chula are also used in Mexico for "cute" or "pretty", especially in affectionate speech.
Did you know?
- The word chulo is typical of Mexican and Caribbean Spanish and is used for people, clothes and things.
Examples in context
- ¡Qué lindo bebé!What a cute baby!
- Tu perrito es muy tierno.Your puppy is very sweet.
- Qué chula tu blusa.Your blouse is so cute.
Example conversation
Lupita and her friend Sara admire a puppy in a park in Puebla.
- LupitaMira ese perrito.Look at that puppy.
- Sara¡Qué lindo!How cute!
- LupitaEs muy tierno, ¿verdad?He is very sweet, is he not?
