🇪🇸 How to say

“young” in Spanish

joven
Illustration of "young" in a Spanish cultural setting
A group of teenagers laugh and chat on a sunny park bench, their bright backpacks and energetic gestures showing their youth.

Usage note

Use 'joven' to describe people, animals, or things that are not old. It’s a common, neutral word for 'young' and can be used for both formal and informal situations.

Examples

  • Ella es muy joven.

    She is very young.

  • Mi hermano es joven y fuerte.

    My brother is young and strong.

  • Los niños jóvenes juegan en el parque.

    The young children play in the park.

Quick check

What does "joven" mean?

  • A. young
  • B. great
  • C. next
  • D. first

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