Cousin in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'cousin' is 'primo', pronounced PREE-moh (IPA: /ˈpɾimo/). It is an A1-level masculine noun (plural: primos).
Pronunciation: PREE-moh
| Spanish | primo |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | PREE-moh · /ˈpɾimo/ |
| Part of speech | noun (masculine) |
| Plural | primos |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'primo'
- Mi primo Diego vive en México.
My cousin Diego lives in Mexico. - Juego videojuegos con mis primos los fines de semana.
I play video games with my cousins on weekends. - La prima de Juan estudia conmigo.
Juan's cousin (female) studies with me. - Mis primos vienen a la fiesta de mi cumpleaños.
My cousins are coming to my birthday party.
Common Phrases with 'primo'
- primo hermano
first cousin
How to Use 'primo'
Unlike English, Spanish marks the cousin's sex: 'primo' (male) vs 'prima' (female); 'primos' covers a mixed group. 'Primo hermano' / 'prima hermana' specifies a first cousin.
Regional note: In Spain, 'primo' colloquially also means a gullible person ('hacer el primo' = to be played for a fool).
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Cousin' in Spanish is 'primo', pronounced PREE-moh.
It is spelled p-r-i-m-o.
'Primo' is masculine: you say 'el primo'.
The plural of 'primo' is 'primos'.
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