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How do you spell twiggy in french?

There's no direct translation for "twiggy" in French that conveys the same meaning of a thin, slender person. However, you could use several phrases depending on the context:

For a person's physical appearance:

* Mince: This is the closest translation, meaning "thin" or "slim."

* Svelte: This implies elegance and grace in thinness.

* Filiforme: This word literally means "thread-like" and emphasizes extreme thinness.

* Longiligne: This refers to someone with a long, lean build.

For a person's style:

* Branché(e) : This means "trendy" or "fashionable," and can be used for someone with a thin, modern style.

In the context of the model Twiggy:

* Twiggy: You can simply use her name, as it is well-known in French.

* Le mannequin Twiggy: This would translate to "The model Twiggy."

The best choice would depend on the specific context and the nuance you want to convey.

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