lindo
everyday
To say a man is handsome in Argentina, use lindo. Buen mozo is a slightly old-fashioned compliment, and churro is slang for a very attractive person.
Meaning: attractive, said of a man (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| lindo | everyday |
| buen mozo | older style |
| churro | slang, Argentina |
Qué lindo que estás is a friendly compliment on someone's looks. Es un hombre muy buen mozo sounds polite and classic.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Churro is casual and typical of younger speakers. It is used for both men and women who are attractive.
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine of lindo is linda. Buen mozo only refers to men.
Did you know?
- Mozo is also the common Argentine word for a waiter.
Examples in context
- Tu hermano es muy lindo.Your brother is very handsome.
- Qué buen mozo que estás hoy.You look so handsome today.
Example conversation
Gisela and her friend Paola talk about an actor at a café in Buenos Aires.
- Gisela¿Viste al actor de la serie?Did you see the actor from the series?
- PaolaSí, es muy lindo.Yes, he is very handsome.
- GiselaY además actúa bárbaro.And he also acts great.
