maridos

ma-REE-dohss/maˈɾiðos/

“maridos” means “husbands” in Spanish (more than one married man).

husbands

Also: married men

NounmA1

Spain

Two smiling men standing side-by-side, both wearing visible gold wedding bands on their fingers.

📝 In Action

Sus maridos trabajan en la misma fábrica.

Their husbands work at the same factory.

Los maridos de mis amigas son muy simpáticos.

My friends' husbands are very nice.

En la fiesta, los maridos conversaban en la cocina.

At the party, the husbands were chatting in the kitchen.

Word Connections

Synonyms

esposos (husbands / spouses)

Antonyms

esposas (wives)
solteros (single men)

Common Collocations

maridos y mujeres – husbands and wives
futuros maridos – future husbands

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "maridos" in Spanish:

husbands→married men→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: maridos

Question 1 of 2

If you are talking about a group of five men who are all married, which word should you use?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼

marido(husband) — Noun

maridaje(pairing (usually food and wine)) — Noun

maridar(to pair or to marry) — Verb

🎵 Rhymes▼

queridos sonidos sentidos

📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin word 'maritus,' which referred to a married man or anything related to marriage.

First recorded: 12th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: marisItalian: maritiEnglish: married

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'maridos' and 'esposos'?

Both mean 'husbands.' However, 'esposos' is a bit more formal and can also mean a 'married couple' (husband and wife), while 'maridos' only refers to the men.

Is 'maridos' used in all Spanish-speaking countries?

Yes, it is understood everywhere, though its frequency varies. It is especially common in Spain.