Adjective · A1 · Spanish glossary
Corto: short
corto
Pronunciation: KOHR-toh (stress the capital letters)
Corto means “short” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: short (length)
- How to say it: KOHR-toh
- Forms: corto, corta, cortos, cortas
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “corto” means and how to use it
Corto means “short” in length or time. For a short person, use bajo.
Forms of “corto”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | corto | cortos |
| Feminine | corta | cortas |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- El pelo corto me queda bien.Short hair looks good on me.
- Es una película corta.It is a short movie.
- Las vacaciones son muy cortas.The vacation is very short.
Usage tip
Corto is for length, while bajo is for height. The verb “cortar” means “to cut.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “short” in Spanish?
“short” in Spanish is “corto.” It is pronounced KOHR-toh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “corto”?
Say KOHR-toh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “corto” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “corto,” “corta,” “cortos,” and “cortas.”
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