How to Say "cardholder" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “cardholder” is “socio” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
someone with a membership card
Examples
Para usar la piscina, tienes que ser socio del gimnasio.
To use the pool, you have to be a member of the gym.
¿Cuántos años lleva siendo socio de este club de golf?
How many years have you been a member of this golf club?
Gender Matching
Remember that 'socio' is masculine (for a man or boy). If you are referring to a woman or girl, use the feminine form, 'socia'.
Confusing 'Socio' and 'Pareja'
Mistake: “Using 'socio' to mean a romantic partner.”
Correction: Use 'pareja' (partner) or 'novio/a' (boyfriend/girlfriend) for romantic relationships, not 'socio'.
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