Narrow vs Thin

When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.

	Narrow	Thin
Meaning	not wide; thin	Not thick; having little width or depth.
CEFR level	A2	A2
Part of speech	adjective	adjective
Usage notes	Use 'narrow' to describe physical dimensions (like roads or paths) or metaphorical contexts (like narrow ideas). Don't use it for things that are wide or spacious.	Use 'thin' to describe something that is not wide or thick. It can refer to physical objects, like a thin book, or describe a person. In informal contexts, it can sometimes have negative connotations if used to describe a person's body.

Frequently asked questions: Narrow vs Thin

What's the difference between "Narrow" and "Thin"?

"Narrow" means: not wide; thin "Thin" means: Not thick; having little width or depth.

When should I use "Narrow" and "Thin"?

They can all be used in everyday English.

Are "Narrow" and "Thin" the same CEFR level?

"Narrow" is at A2, "Thin" is at A2 on the CEFR scale.