zit
word
Definition
A 'zit' is an informal word for a small, red, swollen spot on your skin, usually caused by acne.
Usage & Nuances
'Zit' is very informal and usually used by teenagers and young adults. It is interchangeable with 'pimple', but 'pimple' is more neutral. Often used when complaining or talking casually about skin issues.
Spanish: grano - espinillaPortuguese (BR): espinhaPortuguese (PT): borbulhaChinese (Simplified): 痘痘 (青春痘)Chinese (Traditional): 痘痘 (青春痘)Hindi: मुंहासाArabic: بَثْرَة (حبوب الشباب)Bengali: ফুসকুড়ি - ব্রণRussian: прыщJapanese: ニキビVietnamese: mụnKorean: 여드름 - 뾰루지Turkish: sivilceUrdu: پھوڑا (چہرے کا) - دانہIndonesian: jerawat
Example Sentences
That zit really hurts if I touch it.
natural
I woke up with a big zit on my forehead.
basic
She has a zit on her nose.
basic
Don't squeeze that zit!
basic
Ugh, this zit showed up right before my date.
natural
Everyone gets a zit sometimes, don't worry about it.
natural