Girlfriend in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'girlfriend' is 'novia', pronounced NOH-byah (IPA: /ˈnobja/). It is an A1-level feminine noun (plural: novias).
Pronunciation: NOH-byah
| Spanish | novia |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | NOH-byah · /ˈnobja/ |
| Part of speech | noun (feminine) |
| Plural | novias |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'novia'
- Su novia estudia arquitectura.
His girlfriend studies architecture. - Voy a presentarte a mi novia.
I'm going to introduce you to my girlfriend. - La novia llevaba un vestido blanco.
The bride wore a white dress. - Él escribe poemas para su novia.
He writes poems for his girlfriend.
Common Phrases with 'novia'
- vestido de novia
wedding dress
How to Use 'novia'
Like 'novio', 'novia' means girlfriend, fiancée, or bride depending on context: 'vestido de novia' is a wedding dress. A platonic female friend is 'una amiga', never 'una novia'.
Regional note: Chile uses 'polola'; Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador use 'enamorada' for girlfriend.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Girlfriend' in Spanish is 'novia', pronounced NOH-byah.
It is spelled n-o-v-i-a.
'Novia' is feminine: you say 'la novia'.
The plural of 'novia' is 'novias'.
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