maridos
ma-REE-dohss
📝 In Action
Sus maridos trabajan en la misma fábrica.
A1Their husbands work at the same factory.
Los maridos de mis amigas son muy simpáticos.
A1My friends' husbands are very nice.
En la fiesta, los maridos conversaban en la cocina.
A2At the party, the husbands were chatting in the kitchen.
💡 Grammar Points
Making it plural
To turn the singular 'marido' into 'maridos,' you just add an 's' because the word ends in a vowel.
Gender and Plurals
While 'los esposos' can mean a 'married couple' (husband and wife), 'los maridos' almost always refers strictly to a group of men.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using 'maridos' for a couple
Mistake: "Using 'los maridos' to mean 'the husband and wife'."
Correction: Use 'los esposos' or 'el matrimonio' instead. 'Maridos' is specifically for multiple men.
⭐ Usage Tips
Choosing the right word
In Spain, 'marido' is very common for 'husband.' In many parts of Latin America, people often prefer 'esposo,' but both are understood everywhere.
✏️ 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?
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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.