calvo
bald
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˈkal.bo/
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Cultural Note
In Spain, it's common to use physical descriptions as nicknames or identifiers without negative connotation — 'el calvo' (the bald one) is simply descriptive. 'Quedarse calvo' (to go bald) is a common fear discussed openly. Hair transplant clinics are big business in Spain, attracting medical tourism.
📝 Example Sentences
Se está quedando calvo a los treinta años.
He's going bald at thirty.
Mi abuelo es completamente calvo.
My grandfather is completely bald.
Muchos hombres calvos se rapan la cabeza.
Many bald men shave their heads.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | calva |
| masculine | calvo |
| feminine_plural | calvas |
| masculine_plural | calvos |