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How to Say "matriarch" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “matriarch” is “jefa” — B1 level.

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jefa

NounB1informal
respected female elder
A woman standing proudly in the center of a warm, domestic kitchen setting, holding a large ring of keys, symbolizing the head of the household.

Examples

Mi abuela es la jefa de la familia; nadie le lleva la contraria.

My grandmother is the head of the family; nobody contradicts her.

Le pregunté a mi madre, porque ella es la jefa aquí.

I asked my mother, because she's the boss here (in the house).

Respectful Use

Using 'jefa' in a family context often implies great respect for the person's authority and wisdom, similar to 'matriarch'.

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