How to Say "matrimony" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “matrimony” is “matrimonio” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Su matrimonio duró más de cincuenta años.
Their marriage lasted more than fifty years.
El matrimonio civil se celebra en el ayuntamiento.
The civil marriage ceremony is held at the town hall.
Para ella, el matrimonio es un compromiso para toda la vida.
For her, marriage is a lifelong commitment.
Always a Masculine Noun
Even though marriage can involve people of any gender, the word 'matrimonio' itself is always masculine in Spanish. So, you'll always say 'el matrimonio' or 'un matrimonio'.
Confusing 'matrimonio' and 'boda'
Mistake: “Me invitaron a su matrimonio el sábado.”
Correction: Me invitaron a su boda el sábado. (They invited me to their wedding on Saturday.) 'Boda' is the wedding ceremony or party, while 'matrimonio' is the long-term state of being married.
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