osito
“osito” means “teddy bear” in Spanish (a stuffed toy animal).
teddy bear
Also: little bear, honey / sweetie
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El niño duerme con su osito de peluche.
A1The boy sleeps with his teddy bear.
Vimos un osito siguiendo a su mamá en el bosque.
A2We saw a little bear following its mother in the forest.
¡Buenas noches, mi osito!
B1Goodnight, my sweetie!
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From the Spanish word 'oso' (bear), which comes from the Latin 'ursus,' combined with the Spanish diminutive suffix '-ito.'
First recorded: 18th century (as a diminutive form)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'osito' and 'osezno'?
'Osezno' is the specific biological term for a bear cub (a baby bear). 'Osito' is more general and is used for small bears, toys, or as a nickname.
Can I use 'osita' for a girl?
Yes! While the toy is usually 'el osito,' if you are using it as a nickname for a girl or referring specifically to a small female bear, you can say 'osita.'
How do you say 'gummy bears'?
In Spanish, these are called 'ositos de goma' or sometimes 'gomitas' (little gummies).