Son in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'son' is 'hijo', pronounced EE-hoh (IPA: /ˈixo/). It is an A1-level masculine noun (plural: hijos).
Pronunciation: EE-hoh
| Spanish | hijo |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | EE-hoh · /ˈixo/ |
| Part of speech | noun (masculine) |
| Plural | hijos |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'hijo'
- Mi hijo tiene cinco años.
My son is five years old. - Su hijo mayor estudia en la universidad.
Her oldest son studies at the university. - Tienen tres hijos: dos niños y una niña.
They have three children: two boys and a girl. - El hijo de mi hermana es mi sobrino.
My sister's son is my nephew.
Common Phrases with 'hijo'
- hijo único
only child (male)
How to Use 'hijo'
The h is silent: EE-hoh. The plural 'hijos' means 'children' (sons and daughters together): '¿Tienes hijos?' asks if you have children of either sex.
Regional note: 'Mijo' (from 'mi hijo') is a very common affectionate form of address in Mexico, Colombia, and elsewhere in Latin America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Son' in Spanish is 'hijo', pronounced EE-hoh.
It is spelled h-i-j-o.
'Hijo' is masculine: you say 'el hijo'.
The plural of 'hijo' is 'hijos'.
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