soltero
“soltero” means “single” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
single, unmarried
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¿Estás casado o soltero?
A1Are you married or single?
Mi hermana es soltera.
A1My sister is single (unmarried).
La mayoría de mis amigos siguen solteros.
A2Most of my friends are still single.
single man, bachelor
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Él es el soltero más codiciado de la ciudad.
B1He is the most sought-after bachelor in the city.
Los solteros tienen un evento especial el viernes.
A2The single men have a special event on Friday.
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Quick Quiz: soltero
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses the feminine form of 'soltero'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin root *solitarius*, meaning 'alone' or 'solitary'. Over time, it evolved specifically to describe a person who is alone in the context of marriage.
First recorded: Mid-15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is 'soltero' different from 'solo'?
'Soltero' refers specifically to marital status (unmarried). 'Solo' (alone) means physically or emotionally by yourself, regardless of whether you are married or not. You can be married but feel 'solo', or 'soltero' and never feel 'solo'.
Does 'soltero' mean 'never been married'?
Not necessarily. While it often refers to someone who has never married, 'soltero' simply means 'unmarried' right now. Spanish speakers often use 'divorciado' (divorced) or 'separado' (separated) to be more specific about previous marriages.