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thin
01
fino, delgado
having opposite sides or surfaces that are close together
Example
The paper was thin, allowing light to pass through easily.
El papel era fino, permitiendo que la luz pasara fácilmente.
The ice on the pond was thin, making it dangerous to walk on.
El hielo en el estanque era delgado, lo que lo hacía peligroso para caminar.
Example
The artist used a fine brush to create thin lines for the intricate details of the drawing.
El artista utilizó un pincel fino para crear líneas delgadas para los intrincados detalles del dibujo.
We followed the thin trail through the forest, careful not to stray off the narrow path.
Seguimos el sendero fino a través del bosque, cuidando de no desviarnos del estrecho camino.
Example
The thin metal rod bent under the weight of the heavy load.
La varilla de metal delgada se dobló bajo el peso de la carga pesada.
The thin wire was used to create intricate designs in the jewelry.
El alambre delgado fue utilizado para crear diseños intrincados en la joyería.
Example
Her thin hair fluttered gently in the breeze, revealing her delicate features.
Su pelo delgado se agita suavemente en la brisa, revelando sus rasgos delicados.
After the treatment, he noticed that his once thick curls had become noticeably thin.
Después del tratamiento, notó que sus rizos, que antes eran gruesos, se habían vuelto notablemente delgados.
2.1
claro
(of liquids or other similar substances) flowing freely due to not containing a lot of solid material
Example
The soup had a thin consistency, more like broth than stew.
Her pancake batter was too thin, resulting in crepes instead of fluffy pancakes.
2.2
débil, pobre
(of an idea, argument, quality, etc.) weak or not convincing
Example
The politician 's speech was criticized for being thin, offering no real solutions to the issues at hand.
El discurso del político fue criticado por ser débil, ya que no ofrecía soluciones reales a los problemas en cuestión.
His excuses for being late were thin and failed to persuade his boss.
Sus excusas por llegar tarde eran débiles y no lograron persuadir a su jefe.
03
delgado
(of people or animals) weighing less than what is thought to be healthy for their body
Example
He is thin but strong, thanks to regular exercise and a balanced diet.
Él es delgado pero fuerte, gracias al ejercicio regular y a una dieta equilibrada.
He was thin as a child but has since grown into a healthier weight.
Él era delgado de niño, pero desde entonces ha crecido a un peso más saludable.
04
delgado, fino
(of sound or voice) high-pitched and lacking depth and richness
Example
The thin sound of the old violin echoed through the empty hall, barely filling the space.
El sonido delgado del viejo violín resonó a través del salón vacío, apenas llenando el espacio.
Her voice was thin and shaky as she nervously addressed the large audience.
Su voz era delgada y temblorosa mientras se dirigía nerviosamente al gran público.
05
sonrisa superficial, sonrisa tenue
(of a smile) barely noticeable and lacking genuine warmth and enthusiasm
Example
She gave him a thin smile, hiding her true feelings behind a facade of politeness.
Ella le dio una sonrisa tenue, ocultando sus verdaderos sentimientos detrás de una fachada de cortesía.
His thin smile suggested he was n't entirely pleased with the outcome of the meeting.
Su sonrisa tenue sugería que no estaba del todo satisfecho con el resultado de la reunión.
Example
As they climbed higher up the mountain, the air became thin, making it difficult to catch their breath.
The astronaut trained in a chamber with thin air to simulate conditions on Mars.
07
delgado, sutil
(of fog, mist, smoke, etc.) light and not dense, making it easier to see through
Example
The thin mist over the lake allowed them to see the opposite shore clearly.
La sutil neblina sobre el lago les permitió ver claramente la orilla opuesta.
A thin wisp of smoke rose from the extinguished candle, quickly disappearing into the air.
Un sutil destello de humo se levantó de la vela apagada, desapareciendo rápidamente en el aire.
08
delgado, fino
(of a piece of clothing, curtain, etc.) lightweight, delicate, or not densely woven
Example
She wore a thin sweater that barely kept the chill away on the brisk autumn evening.
Ella llevaba un suéter fino que apenas protegía del frío en la fresca tarde de otoño.
The thin fabric of his shirt made it perfect for the hot summer day.
La tela fina de su camisa la hacía perfecta para el caluroso día de verano.
09
desgastado, delgado
(of a piece of clothing, fabric, etc.) worn down and less dense due to wear and tear
Example
Her favorite jeans were thin at the knees, showing signs of frequent wear.
The once luxurious blanket felt thin and worn, losing much of its original warmth.
10
tenue, delgado
(of writing, etc.) faint, lightly inked, and lacking in boldness and clarity
Example
The document was hard to read due to the thin printing that faded in places.
El documento era difícil de leer debido a la impresión tenue que se desvanecía en algunos lugares.
His thin handwriting required extra concentration to decipher the faint letters.
Su escritura tenue requería una concentración extra para descifrar las letras tenues.
Example
She could only see a thin beam of light coming through the crack in the door.
Ella solo pudo ver un rayo de luz tenue que entraba por la rendija de la puerta.
The moon cast a thin light over the landscape, creating a ghostly ambiance.
Example
Jobs were thin in the rural area, making it hard for residents to find stable employment.
Los trabajos eran escasos en la zona rural, lo que dificultaba que los residentes encontraran empleo estable.
During the drought, water supplies became thin, leading to strict conservation measures.
Durante la sequía, los suministros de agua se volvieron escasos, lo que llevó a adoptar estrictas medidas de conservación.
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mercado poco activo, mercado escaso
(of a market or trading environment) having few bids or offerings, resulting in infrequent transactions
Example
The stock was traded in a thin market, causing significant price fluctuations.
La acción se negoció en un mercado poco activo, causando fluctuaciones de precios significativas.
Due to the thin trading activity, it was challenging to buy or sell shares without impacting the price.
Debido al mercado poco activo, fue un desafío comprar o vender acciones sin afectar el precio.
14
delgada, estrecha
referring to a climbing route where the holds are small, few, or far apart, making it challenging to ascend
Example
The climber struggled on the thin route, searching for tiny holds to grip.
El escalador luchó en la ruta delgada, buscando pequeñas presas para sujetarse.
Thin climbs require a great deal of finger strength and precise footwork.
to thin
01
adelgazar, reducir la densidad
to reduce the density of something
Transitive: to thin sth
Example
The hairdresser thinned her client's hair to remove excess bulk and create a lighter, more manageable style.
The farmer thinned the fruit trees to ensure healthier growth and better fruit production.
1.1
diluir, adelgazar
to decrease in density
Intransitive
Example
Over time, the fabric of the old shirt began to thin and develop holes.
His hair started to thin as he aged, making his scalp more visible.
02
adelgazar, alisar
to reduce the thickness of something and make it slimmer
Transitive: to thin sth
Example
The chef used a rolling pin to thin the dough for the pie crust.
El chef usó un rodillo para alisar la masa de la base del pastel.
The carpenter thinned the wood panel by sanding it down to achieve a smoother finish.
El carpintero adelgazó el panel de madera al lijarlo para lograr un acabado más suave.
2.1
adelgazar, diluir
to decrease in thickness
Intransitive
Example
The ice on the pond began to thin with the arrival of warmer weather.
The once-thick layer of snow began to thin as the temperatures rose.
03
adelgazar, reducir de peso
to cause an individual or entity to lose weight entirely or in a specific part of their body
Transitive: to thin one's body
Example
By incorporating mindful eating practices and regular exercise routines, she steadily thinned her body mass.
She thinned her pet cat by regulating its diet and increasing its exercise regimen to prevent obesity.
Example
The actor had to thin for the role, shedding several pounds to match the character's appearance.
He noticed his face beginning to thin after months of regular workouts.
04
diluir, abatir
to reduce the concentration, strength, or flavor of a solution or mixture
Transitive: to thin a solution or mix
Example
To achieve the desired consistency, she added water to thin the paint.
She thinned the soup by adding more broth to achieve the desired consistency.
05
golpear con el borde frontal, dar un golpe fino
to strike a golf ball with the leading edge of the club, resulting in a low, fast shot with insufficient lift
Transitive: to thin a golf ball or shot
Example
He thinned his approach shot, causing the ball to speed across the green and into the rough.
I accidentally thinned my drive, and it rolled much farther than expected.
06
desmalezar, adelgazar
to remove some individuals or items from a group to reduce the overall number, often to improve conditions or manage resources better
Transitive: to thin a set or group
Example
The farmer had to thin the rows of carrots to ensure the remaining plants had enough space to grow.
The librarian decided to thin the collection of outdated books to make room for new arrivals.
6.1
diluirse, disminuir
to decrease in quantity, especially when there was previously a larger number
Intransitive
Example
As the evening wore on, the crowd at the concert began to thin.
The herd thinned as the animals migrated to different grazing areas.
thin
01
delgadamente, finitamente
used to indicate that something is being applied or made in a manner that is not thick or wide
Example
The paper was cut thin to create delicate origami shapes.
El papel fue cortado delgadamente para crear delicadas formas de origami.
The pancakes were cooked thin, creating a light and airy texture.
Los panqueques se cocinaron delgadamente, creando una textura ligera y aireada.
thin-
01
delgado, fino
used to indicate that something is being done or made in a thin manner
Example
The children were thin-clad, wearing only light shirts despite the chilly weather.
Los niños estaban vestidos de manera delgada, llevando solo camisetas ligeras a pesar del clima frío.
The artist applied the paint thin-layered to create a translucent effect.
El artista aplicó la pintura en capas finas para crear un efecto translúcido.
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