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"Husband" in Spanish: esposo
el esposo
Note: also: el marido
Husband in Spanish is el esposo. It is masculine. Mi esposo means my husband. Marido is a common synonym.
How to pronounce esposo: audio and sound guideAt a dinner
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How to pronounce esposo
Say it
ehs-POH-soh
/esˈposo/
ehs-POH-soh. Stress poh. Clear s sounds in esposo.
"Husband" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el esposo | husband Clear, widely understood word. | Clear, widely understood word. |
| mi esposo | my husband Everyday possessive. | Everyday possessive. |
| el marido | husband Very common synonym in Latin America. | Very common synonym in Latin America. |
| esposos | spouses / married couple The pair together. | The pair together. |
How to use esposo in real life
- 1At a dinner
Mi esposo trae el postre.
My husband is bringing dessert.
Mi esposo is clear and polite.
- 2Introducing someone
Este es mi esposo, Diego.
This is my husband, Diego.
Este matches masculine esposo.
- 3Making plans
Voy con mi esposo al cine.
I'm going to the movies with my husband.
Con mi esposo is a natural pattern.
Mistakes English speakers make with esposo
Incorrect: La esposo cocina hoy.
Correct: El esposo cocina hoy.
Esposo is masculine. Use el esposo, mi esposo.
Incorrect: Mi esposo es la mejor.
Correct: Mi esposo es el mejor.
Keep masculine agreement with esposo: el mejor.
Good to know
Good to knowBoth esposo and marido mean husband. Esposo pairs neatly with esposa; marido is extremely common in everyday Latin American speech.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Seating people at a table
ChatPal
¿Tu esposo ya llegó?
Has your husband arrived yet?
You
Sí, mi esposo está en el auto.
Yes, my husband is in the car.
ChatPal
Perfecto. Lo esperamos aquí.
Perfect. We'll wait for him here.
You
Voy a avisar a mi esposo.
I'll go tell my husband.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Husband" in Spanish
Is esposo masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el esposo. Wife is la esposa.
Is marido also correct?
Yes. Marido is a common synonym for esposo.
How do I say my husband?
Mi esposo or mi marido.
How do I pronounce esposo?
ehs-POH-soh with stress on poh.
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