Let’s face it, we all come in different shapes and sizes, and having a good laugh about it can lighten the mood. So, without further ado, let’s dive into 10 hysterically accurate English words that describe our body-shapes. (Warning: the laughter may cause a minor workout, so proceed at your own risk!)
Lanky
Picture Slenderman in a tuxedo or a giraffe attending a high school dance, and you’ve got “lanky” nailed! If you’re tall, thin, and have limbs that seem to go on forever, then congratulations, you’re the human embodiment of a spaghetti noodle! Being lanky has its perks, though, like effortlessly reaching the top shelf without a step stool. Take that, shorties!
Zaftig
Zaftig is a delightful Yiddish word that means plump or curvaceous. If you’ve got curves in all the right places and a figure reminiscent of a vintage pin-up girl, you’re positively zaftig, darling! Embrace your beautiful body and never let anyone tell you that you’re anything less than fabulous.
Pudgy
Say hello to baby fat that refuses to budge! Pudgy is the word for those of us with a little extra padding around the edges. It might be frustrating when you’re trying to squeeze into those skinny jeans, but hey, at least you’re always prepared for a surprise pillow fight!
Svelte
If you’re one of those lucky people who can eat an entire pizza without gaining a pound, you might just be svelte. With a lean and graceful figure, svelteness is the envy of many. But beware, with great power (and a fast metabolism) comes great responsibility – like constantly being asked, “How do you stay so thin?!”
Rubenesque
Inspired by the curvaceous women in the paintings of Peter Paul Rubens, “Rubenesque” is a term for those who are full-figured and voluptuous. If you’re rocking that plus-size confidence, give yourself a round of applause and a selfie-worthy #Rubenesque hashtag!
Brawny
Are you built like a linebacker or look like you could be the next Marvel superhero? Then you, my friend, are brawny! With muscles that seem to have their own muscles, you’re a powerhouse of strength. Just don’t get too carried away at the gym – not everyone can handle the awesome power of your high fives.
Pear-shaped
If your hips don’t lie and you’ve got a little extra junk in the trunk, you might be pear-shaped. Just like the fruit, you’re wider at the bottom and narrower at the top. But hey, who doesn’t like a nice, juicy pear?
Beanpole
Do you ever feel like you’re just a head and limbs with no torso to speak of? If so, you might be a beanpole! While your slender frame might make shopping for clothes a breeze, you might also find yourself constantly dodging gusts of wind to avoid getting blown away.
Hourglass
Tick-tock! If your bust and hips are equally proportioned with a defined waist, you’ve got the coveted hourglass figure. While many people dream of having this shape, remember, sand-filled timepieces can be a little fragile, so handle your curves with care!
That’s it folks, for now, How many shapes and sizes! How many mms! and mm-mms!
Happy body-describing!
Dr KATE 