milord
mee-LOHRD
📝 In Action
El mayordomo se inclinó profundamente y dijo: 'Bienvenido, milord'.
B2The butler bowed deeply and said, 'Welcome, my lord.'
Las novelas históricas a menudo describen a los viajeros británicos como 'milords' ricos y excéntricos.
C1Historical novels often describe British travelers as rich and eccentric 'milords'.
Parece que el nuevo vecino es un milord: siempre viste de tweed y bebe té a las cinco.
C1It seems the new neighbor is a milord: he always wears tweed and drinks tea at five.
💡 Grammar Points
A Borrowed Word
This word is a direct borrowing from English ('my lord'). Because of this, it often keeps its original sound and spelling in Spanish.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using it Generally
Mistake: "Using 'milord' to refer to any important person."
Correction: Only use 'milord' when specifically referring to a British nobleman or gentleman, usually in a historical or slightly mocking context. It is not a general term of respect in Spanish.
⭐ Usage Tips
Plural Form
When you need to talk about more than one, 'milord' often stays the same (it is invariable), or sometimes you might hear 'milords' (especially in non-standard Spanish). 'Los milord' is the safest choice.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: milord
Question 1 of 1
In which context is 'milord' most likely to be used in Spanish?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'milord' a commonly used word in modern Spanish?
No, it is quite rare. It is mostly found in historical novels, period dramas, or when someone is making a humorous or exaggerated reference to a wealthy British person.
Does 'milord' have a feminine form?
No. Since it is a direct borrowing of the masculine title 'my lord,' it does not have a corresponding feminine form in Spanish. You would use 'milady' (another English borrowing) or a descriptive phrase if needed.