English–Spanish
“lose weight” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/aðelɣaˈθaɾ/
Example
Voy al gimnasio para adelgazar.
I go to the gym to lose weight.
How to say “lose weight” in Spanish
“Lose weight” in Spanish is adelgazar.
Bathroom scale showing a lower number beside a slimmer body outline.
Example sentences with adelgazar
Para adelgazar, intento caminar todos los días.
In order to lose weight, I try to walk every day.
Tips for using adelgazar
- When describing someone's attempts, the progressive 'estar adelgazando' or constructions with 'intentar' emphasize ongoing effort and avoid blunt statements about weight.