marido
mah-REE-doh
/maˈɾido/
📝 In Action
Mi marido es de México.
A1My husband is from Mexico.
¿Cómo se llama tu marido?
A1What is your husband's name?
Ella va al cine con su marido todos los viernes.
A2She goes to the movies with her husband every Friday.
💡 Grammar Points
Always a 'He'
The word 'marido' is always masculine, meaning it refers to a man. You'll use masculine description words with it, like 'el', 'un', and 'mi'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
'Marido' vs. 'Esposo'
Mistake: “Thinking one is 'right' and the other is 'wrong'.”
Correction: 'Marido' and 'esposo' both mean 'husband,' and you can often use them the same way. 'Marido' is very common in everyday conversation. 'Esposo' can feel a bit more formal or legal, but many people use it daily too. You can't go wrong with either!
⭐ Usage Tips
Talking About Your Partner
When introducing your husband, you can simply say 'Este es mi marido, [Name]'. It's the most natural and common way to do it.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: marido
Question 1 of 1
If a woman says, 'Voy a la tienda con mi ___,' which word correctly fills the blank to mean 'husband'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 'marido' and 'esposo'?
They both mean 'husband' and are often used interchangeably. 'Marido' is very common in everyday, casual conversation. 'Esposo' can sound a little more formal or official, like what you might see on a legal document, but it's also used in daily speech. You can't go wrong with either!
How do I say 'wife'?
The most common words for 'wife' are 'mujer' (which also means 'woman') and 'esposa'. 'Mi mujer' and 'mi esposa' are both correct and very common.