Spanish Expression · Intermediate
vacas flacas
leanness, little prosperity
Pronunciation: /ˌbakas ˈflakas/
Meaning
leanness, little prosperity
Example
los años de las vacas flacas
the lean years
Practice tips
- Practice vacas flacas out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish expression is for intermediate-level learners.