en pañales

in its infancy

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in its infancy Literally means “in diapers” when referring to a baby. Figuratively, it describes someone or something that is still very young, undeveloped, or at an early stage.
SP: El proyecto todavía está en pañales.
EN: The project is still in its infancy.

Ese de ahí soy yo, en pañales.

That one over there is me, in diapers.

— GOAT: Como cabras (2026)

La conozco desde que iba en pañales.

I've known her since she was in diapers.

Puede que Luciano tenga el respaldo del público, pero aún está en pañales.

Luciano may have the public’s support, but he’s still in his infancy.

La noche está en pañales.

The night is in its infancy.