es linda
/es linda/from spelling rules
In Spanish, the phrase for "she is cute" is es linda.
This phrase is used to describe a female person as being attractive or endearing. Depending on the context, it can also mean that she is sweet or lovely.
Which one should you use?
While es linda is a common way to say she is cute or pretty, you may also use es guapa to mean she is good-looking or pretty.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, you can use es mona to say a female is cute or endearing or Ella es chula to mean she is cool or cute. In Mexico, the phrase Ella está bonis is a playful, abbreviated version of Ella está bonita used to say she looks pretty.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses es (the third-person singular form of the verb ser) because being cute is considered an inherent characteristic of the person.
How do you pronounce it?
/es linda/
Did you know?
- The word mona used in Spain to describe someone cute literally means 'female monkey'.
- While chula is a compliment meaning 'cute' in Mexico, in other Spanish-speaking countries it can actually describe someone who is an arrogant 'smart-aleck'.
- In certain Latin American cultures, you can skip the description entirely and use linda as a direct nickname, similar to calling someone 'honey' or 'dear' in English.
Examples in context
- Ella es linda como una flor.She is cute like a flower.
- Ella es guapísima, ¿no crees?She is extremely cute, don't you think?
- Ella es preciosa por dentro y por fuera.She is cute inside and out.
- ¡Ella es una monada, siempre alegra el día!She is a sweetheart, always brightening the day!
- Ella es linda.She is cute.
- La nueva vecina es linda.The new neighbor is cute.
Example conversation
Daniel and Lucía are looking at a photo of a girl.
- Daniel¿Conoces a la niña de la foto?Do you know the girl in the photo?
- LucíaSí, ella es linda.Yes, she is cute.
- DanielTienes razón, es muy linda.You are right, she is very cute.
- LucíaMe gusta mucho su sonrisa.I really like her smile.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
