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"Boyfriend" in Spanish: novio
el novio
Boyfriend in Spanish is el novio. It is masculine. Mi novio means my boyfriend. Context can also mean fiancé or groom.
Meeting friends
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How to pronounce novio
Say it
NOH-vee-oh
/ˈnobjo/
NOH-vee-oh. Stress noh. Soft v, like English b/v blend in Spanish.
"Boyfriend" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el novio | boyfriend; fiancé; groom Romantic partner; wedding sense needs context. | Romantic partner; wedding sense needs context. |
| mi novio | my boyfriend Everyday possessive. | Everyday possessive. |
| novios | the couple / bride and groom The pair together. | The pair together. |
| estar de novios | to be dating A set phrase for an ongoing relationship. | A set phrase for an ongoing relationship. |
How to use novio in real life
- 1Meeting friends
Voy con mi novio al concierto.
I'm going to the concert with my boyfriend.
Mi novio is the everyday phrase.
- 2Introducing someone
Este es mi novio, Mateo.
This is my boyfriend, Mateo.
Este matches masculine novio.
- 3Checking plans
¿Tu novio viene también?
Is your boyfriend coming too?
Tu novio works in casual chat.
Mistakes English speakers make with novio
Incorrect: La novio es simpático.
Correct: El novio es simpático.
Novio is masculine. Use el novio, mi novio.
Incorrect: Él es mi novia.
Correct: Él es mi novio.
For a male partner say novio, not novia.
Good to know
Novio covers boyfriend, fiancé, and groom. Wedding context decides which sense of novio fits.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing seats for a movie
ChatPal
¿Viene tu novio con nosotros?
Is your boyfriend coming with us?
You
Sí, mi novio ya compró las entradas.
Yes, my boyfriend already bought the tickets.
ChatPal
Genial. Entonces reservamos cuatro.
Great. Then we'll reserve four.
You
Perfecto. Aviso a mi novio ahora.
Perfect. I'll text my boyfriend now.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Boyfriend" in Spanish
Is novio masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el novio. Girlfriend is la novia.
Does novio only mean boyfriend?
No. Novio can also mean fiancé or groom.
How do I say we are dating?
Estamos de novios.
How do I pronounce novio?
NOH-vee-oh with stress on the first syllable.
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