Alonzo
/alonθo/from spelling rules
Alonzo is a Spanish male given name.
How do you pronounce it?
/alonθo/
Did you know?
- The name Alonzo is a variant of Alfonso, which is derived from the Gothic words for 'noble' and 'ready'.
- Because of the 'z' sound, the pronunciation of Alonzo differs between Spain, where it sounds like 'th', and Latin America, where it sounds like 's'.
- The name is associated with the 'old world' nobility, as Alfonso was the name of thirteen different kings of Spain.
Examples in context
- Alonzo es un buen amigo.Alonzo is a good friend.
- ¿Conoces a Alonzo?Do you know Alonzo?
- El primo de Mateo se llama Alonzo.Mateo's cousin is named Alonzo.
Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are talking about a mutual acquaintance at a cafe.
- Elena¿Has visto a Alonzo hoy?Have you seen Alonzo today?
- MateoNo, no he visto a Alonzo.No, I haven't seen Alonzo.
- ElenaÉl es muy puntual siempre.He is always very punctual.
- MateoEs verdad, Alonzo es muy responsable.It's true, Alonzo is very responsible.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
