Young in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'young' is 'joven', pronounced HOH-behn (IPA: /ˈxoβen/). It is an A1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: jóvenes).
Pronunciation: HOH-behn
| Spanish | joven |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | HOH-behn · /ˈxoβen/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | jóvenes |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'joven'
- Mi médico es muy joven.
My doctor is very young. - Ella es la más joven de la familia.
She is the youngest in the family. - Los jóvenes pasan mucho tiempo en el teléfono.
Young people spend a lot of time on their phones. - Cuando éramos jóvenes, vivíamos en el campo.
When we were young, we lived in the countryside.
Common Phrases with 'joven'
- de joven
as a young person / in one's youth
How to Use 'joven'
Same form for masculine and feminine; the plural gains a written accent: jóvenes. It also works as a noun meaning a young person (un joven, una joven, los jóvenes).
Related Vocabulary
Keep going: review gender and articles in Spanish.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'young' in Spanish?
'Young' in Spanish is 'joven', pronounced HOH-behn.
How do you spell 'joven'?
It is spelled j-o-v-e-n.
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