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tierno()
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (soft)
Este pollo es muy tierno.This chicken is very tender.
Esta carne de cerdo está muy tierna.This pork is very tender.
2. (not mature) (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
3. (person)
Mi novio es muy tierno; me trae rosas todos los días.My boyfriend is very loving. He brings me roses every day.
b. affectionate
Los besos tiernos de un niño son los mejores.Affectionate kisses from a child are the best ones.
4. (age)
a. tender (literary)
Es increíble que pueda caminar a su tierna edad.It's incredible that he can already walk at his tender age.
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