What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
slim
Example
She has a slim figure due to her healthy lifestyle. [slim: adjective]
Example
The phone has a slim design, making it easy to hold. [slim: adjective]
Example
There's a slim chance that we'll win the lottery, but it's worth a try. [slim: adjective]
thin
Example
She's so thin that she needs to gain weight for her health. [thin: adjective]
Example
The book has thin pages, making it lightweight and easy to carry. [thin: adjective]
Example
The soup is too thin, we need to add more ingredients to thicken it. [thin: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Thin is more commonly used than slim in everyday language. Thin is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while slim is less common and is mainly used to describe a person's physical appearance.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between slim and thin?
Both slim and thin are considered neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
