eres una lindura
/eɾes una linduɾa/from spelling rules
eres una lindura is the Spanish way to say "you're a cutie".
This phrase is an informal expression used to tell someone that they are attractive or adorable. Other informal ways to express similar sentiments include Eres un/a lindo/a to say "You're adorable", Eres un/a churro/a to say "You're a cutie" in some Latin American countries or the playful and flirty ¡Eres un bombón! to say "You're a hottie".
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of eres (you are), una (a) and lindura (a lovely thing or a cuteness).
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
eres una lindura is an informal and affectionate expression, typically used between friends, family or romantic interests.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, it is common to use Qué mono/a eres to describe someone as cute.
How does it change in a sentence?
Because lindura is a feminine noun, the indefinite article una must be feminine to match it.
How do you pronounce it?
/eɾes una linduɾa/
What mistakes should you avoid?
Do not say eres un lindura. Using the masculine article un with lindura is grammatically incorrect because lindura is always a feminine noun.
Did you know?
- In Spain, using mono or mona to describe someone as cute literally means calling them a 'monkey'.
- While lindura is a sweet compliment, calling someone a churro in parts of Latin America is a playful way to say they are attractive, though it literally refers to a fried dough pastry.
- The term bombón, used to call someone a 'hottie', literally translates to a 'chocolate truffle' or 'bonbon'.
Examples in context
- ¡Oye, eres un bombón!Hey, you're a hottie!
- Eres muy mono/a, ¿lo sabías?You're very cute, did you know that?
- Eres una lindura con esa sonrisa.You're a cutie with that smile.
- No te lo digo en broma, eres una lindura.I'm not joking, you're a cutie.
- Con ese vestido, eres una lindura.With that dress, you're a cutie.
Example conversation
Mateo and Lucia are flirting while walking in a park.
- MateoMira esa sonrisa, eres una lindura.Look at that smile, you're a cutie.
- LucíaGracias, Mateo. Qué dulce eres.Thank you, Mateo. You're so sweet.
- MateoSolo digo la verdad.I'm just telling the truth.
- LucíaMe haces sonrojar.You're making me blush.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
