matrimonial
“matrimonial” means “marital” in Spanish (relating to marriage).
marital, double
Also: matrimonial
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He reservado una habitación con una cama matrimonial.
A1I have booked a room with a double bed.
Ellos están tratando de resolver sus problemas matrimoniales.
B1They are trying to resolve their marital problems.
El contrato matrimonial define cómo se reparten los bienes.
C1The marriage contract defines how assets are divided.
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If you ask for a 'cama matrimonial' at a hotel, what are you looking for?
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From the Latin word 'matrimonium'. It combines 'matri' (mother) and 'monium' (status), originally describing the legal status a woman achieved to become a mother through marriage.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'matrimonial' only used for legal things?
Not at all! While it is used in law, it's the standard way to describe a double bed in hotels and furniture stores across the Spanish-speaking world.
What's the difference between 'matrimonial' and 'conyugal'?
They are very similar. 'Matrimonial' is more common in daily life (like beds and agencies), while 'conyugal' is more formal and often used in legal or psychological contexts.
Can I use 'matrimonial' for a couple that isn't married?
Technically the word comes from 'marriage,' but in the context of a 'cama matrimonial' (double bed), it just refers to the size of the bed, regardless of the couple's legal status.