suyas
“suyas” means “theirs” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
theirs, hers, his
Also: yours
📝 In Action
Nuestras ideas son buenas, pero las suyas son excelentes.
A2Our ideas are good, but theirs are excellent.
¿Dónde están mis llaves? No sé, estas no son las suyas.
B1Where are my keys? I don't know, these aren't yours (formal).
Ella trajo dos bolsas, y las suyas eran rojas.
A2She brought two bags, and hers were red.
their, her, his
Also: your
📝 In Action
Las decisiones suyas nos afectaron a todos.
B2His/Her/Their decisions affected us all.
No me gustan las opiniones suyas; prefiero las mías.
B1I don't like his/her/their opinions; I prefer mine.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: suyas
Question 1 of 2
Which English phrase is the most accurate, unambiguous translation of 'Las suyas son las mejores' if the context is two sisters comparing their dolls (muñecas)?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word *suus*, meaning 'his own' or 'her own.' This root developed into the various forms of the Spanish possessive.
First recorded: Old Spanish (around the 10th-12th century)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'sus' and 'suyas'?
'Sus' is the short possessive adjective, always placed *before* the noun (e.g., 'sus casas'). 'Suyas' is the long possessive form, usually placed *after* the noun (as an adjective: 'casas suyas') or used alone as a pronoun (e.g., 'las suyas').
Why does 'suyas' mean so many different things (his, hers, yours, theirs)?
Spanish possessives focus on the item being owned, not the owner. 'Suyas' only tells you that the items are feminine and plural. The actual owner (he, she, they, formal you) must be determined from the conversation's context.