Arlo
/aɾlo/from spelling rules
Arlo is a proper name used in Spanish to refer to a person.
Arlo is a proper name. An informal variation, Arlito, is also used to express affection or familiarity toward someone with this name.
Which one should you use?
Arlo is the standard form of the name, while Arlito is a variation that uses the diminutive suffix to create a sense of closeness.
How do you pronounce it?
/aɾlo/
Did you know?
- While Arlo is used as a name, the sequence of letters is also common in pronouns like darlo or hacerlo, where -lo means 'it'.
- The name Arlo is relatively rare in traditional Spanish culture and is often seen as a modern or international choice.
- In Spanish, adding -ito to a name like Arlo to make Arlito can be used for children or adults regardless of their size.
Examples in context
- Arlo vive en Madrid.Arlo lives in Madrid.
- ¿Conoces a Arlo?Do you know Arlo?
- Arlo es un buen amigo.Arlo is a good friend.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a person they know.
- Javier¿Has visto a Arlo hoy?Have you seen Arlo today?
- SofíaNo, no he visto a Arlo.No, I haven't seen Arlo.
- JavierÉl tiene que venir pronto.He has to come soon.
- SofíaSeguro que sí, Javier.I'm sure he will, Javier.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
