magro
fit
The Italian word 'magro' is used to describe someone who is fit, healthy, and in good physical shape. It is often used to describe someone who exercises regularly and eats a balanced diet. However, it can also be used to describe someone who is naturally thin or lean.
Example sentences using: magro
Il ragazzo è troppo magro.
The boy is too skinny.
This sentence is an example of using 'magro' (skinny) as an adjective to describe a person. The word 'troppo' before 'magro' means 'too', intensifying the meaning.
Vorrei un pezzo di carne magra.
I would like a lean piece of meat.
Here, 'magro' (lean) is used as an adjective to describe a type of meat which doesn't have much fat in it. 'Vorrei' is a polite form used to express a want or need.
Quest'anno è stato un anno magro per le vendite.
This year has been a lean year for sales.
In this context, 'magro' signifies scarcity or lack of abundance. A 'lean year for sales' means a year when sales were scarce or less than expected.