snello

slender, slim

adjective ZNEL-loh Rare

Origin: From a Germanic root related to 'schnell' (quick, nimble).

Also means

streamlined, lean

Usage Note

Snello describes a pleasing, graceful thinness — closer to 'slender' than merely 'thin' (magro). In design or engineering contexts it can mean 'streamlined' or 'lean.' The feminine form is snella; the adverb is snellamente. Note the 's' is voiced (like English 'z') before 'n'.

Examples

"Ha una figura snella e atletica."

Natural Translation

She has a slender, athletic figure.

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