Isabel
Spanish form
The Spanish form of Elizabeth is Isabel. In Mexico many girls are named Elizabeth or Lizbeth with the English-style spelling. It is also called Chabela.
Meaning: female given name (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| Isabel | Spanish form |
| Elizabeth | used as is, Mexico |
| Chabela | nickname |
Use Isabel when you translate the name of a queen or a historical person, for example la reina Isabel. For a real person, use the spelling she uses.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Common short forms in Mexico are Isa, Eli, Liz and Lizbeth. Chabela is a typical nickname for Isabel.
How do you pronounce it?
Say Isabel as "ee-sah-BEL". The English-style Elizabeth is said in Mexico as "eh-lee-sah-BETH" or "eh-lee-sah-BET".
Did you know?
- The queen who reigned in Britain is called Isabel II in Mexican news, and not Elizabeth II.
Examples in context
- Mi tía se llama Isabel.My aunt is named Isabel.
- Elizabeth trabaja en un banco.Elizabeth works in a bank.
- La reina Isabel visitó México.Queen Elizabeth visited Mexico.
Example conversation
Marisol introduces her cousin Elizabeth to her friend Hugo in Monterrey.
- MarisolHugo, ella es mi prima Elizabeth.Hugo, this is my cousin Elizabeth.
- HugoMucho gusto, Elizabeth.Nice to meet you, Elizabeth.
- ElizabethEl gusto es mío. Dime Liz.The pleasure is mine. Call me Liz.
