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"Sister-in-law" in Spanish: cuñada
la cuñada
Sister-in-law is la cuñada (koo-NYAH-dah). It is feminine. Your brother's wife or your spouse's sister can both be tu cuñada.
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How to pronounce cuñada
Say it
koo-NYAH-dah
/kuˈɲa.ða/
Say koo-NYAH-dah. Stress NYAH. Ñ sounds like canyon's ny.
"Sister-in-law" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la cuñada | sister-in-law Default feminine form. | Default feminine form. |
| mi cuñada | my sister-in-law Possessive. | Possessive. |
| las cuñadas | sisters-in-law Plural for more than one. | Plural for more than one. |
| con mi cuñada | with my sister-in-law Plans together. | Plans together. |
How to use cuñada in real life
- 1Shopping
Voy de compras con mi cuñada.
I'm going shopping with my sister-in-law.
Outing with cuñada.
- 2Introducing
Esta es mi cuñada, Sofía.
This is my sister-in-law, Sofía.
Intro that names cuñada.
- 3Cooking together
Mi cuñada hace la salsa.
My sister-in-law makes the salsa.
Kitchen help from cuñada.
Mistakes English speakers make with cuñada
Incorrect: El cuñada llega pronto.
Correct: La cuñada llega pronto.
Cuñada is feminine. Use la or mi, not el.
Incorrect: Mi sister-in-law es simpática.
Correct: Mi cuñada es simpática.
Use cuñada, not English.
Good to know
Cuñada is the everyday Latin American word. Cuñada can mean your brother's wife or your spouse's sister.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Planning a birthday surprise
ChatPal
¿Tu cuñada puede guardar el secreto?
Can your sister-in-law keep the secret?
You
Sí. Mi cuñada es muy discreta.
Yes. My sister-in-law is very discreet.
ChatPal
Entonces ella compra el pastel.
Then she can buy the cake.
You
De acuerdo. Yo mando la lista.
Agreed. I'll send the list.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Sister-in-law" in Spanish
Is cuñada masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la cuñada. The masculine form is el cuñado.
How do I say my sister-in-law?
Mi cuñada.
Does cuñada mean brother's wife too?
Yes. Context shows which person you mean.
How do I say sisters-in-law?
Las cuñadas.
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