huéspedes
WEHS-peh-dehs
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Los huéspedes llegaron tarde al hotel.
A2The guests arrived late to the hotel.
Tenemos muchos huéspedes para la cena de Navidad.
A2We have many guests for Christmas dinner.
La casa de huéspedes estaba llena durante el verano.
B1The guesthouse was full during the summer.
💡 Grammar Points
Plural Form
This word is always plural, meaning two or more people. The singular form is 'huésped' (guest/lodger).
Gender Rule
'Huéspedes' is a masculine plural noun, even if the group includes women (e.g., ten female guests are still 'las huéspedes' or just 'los huéspedes').
❌ Common Pitfalls
Mixing Guest and Host
Mistake: "Using 'huéspedes' when you mean 'hosts' (the people receiving them)."
Correction: Use 'anfitriones' for 'hosts' and 'huéspedes' for 'guests.' The context will usually make the difference clear.
⭐ Usage Tips
Easy Pluralization
Since the singular form 'huésped' ends in a consonant, you just add '-es' to make it plural: huésped → huéspedes.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: huéspedes
Question 1 of 2
Which word is the most common translation for 'huéspedes'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'huéspedes' refer only to male guests?
No. 'Huéspedes' is a masculine plural noun, but in Spanish, this form is used for mixed groups of people (men and women) or groups of only women, especially in formal contexts like hotels. It means 'guests' regardless of gender.
What is the difference between 'huéspedes' and 'invitados'?
'Invitados' usually refers specifically to people who were invited (like to a party or wedding). 'Huéspedes' is broader and often used for people staying overnight or paying for accommodation (like in a hotel or guesthouse).