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"Wife" in Spanish: esposa
la esposa
Wife in Spanish is la esposa. It is feminine. Mi esposa means my wife. Esposo is the husband form.
How to pronounce esposa: audio and sound guideAt a dinner
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How to pronounce esposa
Say it
ehs-POH-sah
/esˈposa/
ehs-POH-sah. Stress poh. Clear s sounds in esposa.
"Wife" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la esposa | wife Clear, widely understood word. | Clear, widely understood word. |
| mi esposa | my wife Everyday possessive. | Everyday possessive. |
| esposas | wives Plural form. | Plural form. |
| mujer | wife / woman In context mi mujer can mean my wife; also means woman. | In context mi mujer can mean my wife; also means woman. |
How to use esposa in real life
- 1At a dinner
Mi esposa trae el postre.
My wife is bringing dessert.
Mi esposa is clear and polite.
- 2Introducing someone
Esta es mi esposa, Elena.
This is my wife, Elena.
Esta matches feminine esposa.
- 3Making plans
Voy con mi esposa al cine.
I'm going to the movies with my wife.
Con mi esposa is a natural pattern.
Mistakes English speakers make with esposa
Incorrect: El esposa cocina hoy.
Correct: La esposa cocina hoy.
Esposa is feminine. Use la esposa, mi esposa.
Incorrect: Mi esposa es el mejor.
Correct: Mi esposa es la mejor.
Keep feminine agreement with esposa: la mejor.
Good to know
Good to knowEsposa pairs neatly with esposo. In some regions mi mujer also means my wife, but esposa is unambiguous for learners.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Seating people at a table
ChatPal
¿Tu esposa ya llegó?
Has your wife arrived yet?
You
Sí, mi esposa está en el auto.
Yes, my wife is in the car.
ChatPal
Perfecto. La esperamos aquí.
Perfect. We'll wait for her here.
You
Voy a avisar a mi esposa.
I'll go tell my wife.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Wife" in Spanish
Is esposa masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la esposa. Husband is el esposo.
Can mujer mean wife?
Yes, mi mujer can mean my wife, but esposa is clearer.
How do I say my wife?
Mi esposa.
How do I pronounce esposa?
ehs-POH-sah with stress on poh.
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