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"Wedding" in Spanish: boda
la boda
A wedding is la boda (BOH-dah). It is feminine. Matrimonio can mean marriage as a status, while boda points to the celebration day.
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How to pronounce boda
Say it
BOH-dah
/ˈbo.ða/
Say BOH-dah. Stress BOH. Both vowels are short and clear.
"Wedding" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la boda | the wedding Default word for the event. | Default word for the event. |
| ir a una boda | to go to a wedding Attending. | Attending. |
| la boda civil | civil wedding At a registry office. | At a registry office. |
| invitación de boda | wedding invitation Paper or digital invite. | Paper or digital invite. |
How to use boda in real life
- 1Calendar talk
La boda es en junio.
The wedding is in June.
Date talk with boda.
- 2Choosing an outfit
Necesito un vestido para la boda.
I need a dress for the wedding.
Clothes for a boda.
- 3Travel plans
Viajamos a la boda de Ana.
We're traveling to Ana's wedding.
Trip for a boda.
Mistakes English speakers make with boda
Incorrect: El boda es mañana.
Correct: La boda es mañana.
Boda is feminine. Use la, not el.
Incorrect: Voy al wedding de mi prima.
Correct: Voy a la boda de mi prima.
Say boda in Spanish.
Good to know
Good to knowAcross Latin America a boda can be a big multi-hour party with dancing and food. A civil ceremony alone is often called la boda civil.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Checking wedding details
ChatPal
¿A qué hora empieza la boda?
What time does the wedding start?
You
La boda empieza a las cinco.
The wedding starts at five.
ChatPal
¿Hay cena después?
Is there dinner afterward?
You
Sí, y también hay baile.
Yes, and there's dancing too.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Wedding" in Spanish
Is boda masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la boda, una boda, esa boda.
Is matrimonio the same as boda?
Matrimonio often means marriage; boda is the wedding event.
How do I say wedding invitation?
Invitación de boda.
How do I say I'm going to a wedding?
Voy a una boda.
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