Aunt in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'aunt' is 'tía', pronounced TEE-ah (IPA: /ˈtia/). It is an A1-level feminine noun (plural: tías).
Pronunciation: TEE-ah
| Spanish | tía |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | TEE-ah · /ˈtia/ |
| Part of speech | noun (feminine) |
| Plural | tías |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'tía'
- Mi tía vive en Buenos Aires.
My aunt lives in Buenos Aires. - La tía Rosa siempre trae regalos.
Aunt Rosa always brings presents. - Vamos a comer a casa de mi tía.
We're going to eat at my aunt's house. - Su tía es la hermana de su padre.
His aunt is his father's sister.
How to Use 'tía'
The accent on the í shows that 'tía' has two syllables: TEE-ah. Before a name, Spanish keeps the article in some regions ('la tía Rosa') but uses plain 'tía Rosa' when addressing her.
Regional note: In Spain, 'tía' is also extremely common slang for 'girl/woman' ('esa tía es muy lista'), which can surprise learners.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Aunt' in Spanish is 'tía', pronounced TEE-ah.
It is spelled t-í-a.
'Tía' is feminine: you say 'la tía'.
The plural of 'tía' is 'tías'.
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