Daughter in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'daughter' is 'hija', pronounced EE-hah (IPA: /ˈixa/). It is an A1-level feminine noun (plural: hijas).
Pronunciation: EE-hah
| Spanish | hija |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | EE-hah · /ˈixa/ |
| Part of speech | noun (feminine) |
| Plural | hijas |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'hija'
- Nuestra hija aprende español en la escuela.
Our daughter is learning Spanish at school. - A mi hija menor le encanta bailar.
My youngest daughter loves to dance. - La hija de los vecinos juega en el parque.
The neighbors' daughter is playing in the park. - Su hija se parece mucho a su madre.
Her daughter looks a lot like her mother.
Common Phrases with 'hija'
- hija única
only child (female)
How to Use 'hija'
Silent h: EE-hah. 'Hijas' means daughters only; a mixed group of sons and daughters defaults to the masculine 'hijos'.
Regional note: 'Mija' (from 'mi hija') is a warm, everyday form of address in Mexico and much of Latin America, used even with friends.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Daughter' in Spanish is 'hija', pronounced EE-hah.
It is spelled h-i-j-a.
'Hija' is feminine: you say 'la hija'.
The plural of 'hija' is 'hijas'.
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