What is the Spanish word for "slight"?

Learn how to say "slight" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

slight

Spanish

leve

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Alternative translations of "slight"

ligero
insignificante
despreciar
delgado

Examples of how to use "slight" in Spanish

English
There is a slight chance of rain today.
Spanish
Hay una ligera probabilidad de lluvia hoy.
English
She noticed a slight change in temperature.
Spanish
Ella notó un ligero cambio en la temperatura.
English
I felt only a slight pain after falling.
Spanish
Sentí solo un ligero dolor después de caerme.
English
There is a slight chance of rain today.
Spanish
Hay una ligera probabilidad de lluvia hoy.
English
He gave a slight smile and walked away.
Spanish
Él sonrió ligeramente y se alejó.

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