relación exclusiva
/relaθjon eɡsklusiba/from spelling rules
The English phrase "exclusive relationship" is translated into Spanish as relación exclusiva.
This phrase describes a romantic partnership where both people agree not to date or have sexual relations with anyone else. In Spanish, you typically use the verb tener (to have) to express that you are in an exclusive relationship, as in tener una relación exclusiva.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form is relaciones exclusivas, created by changing both the noun and the adjective to their plural counterparts.
How do you pronounce it?
/relaθjon eɡsklusiba/
Did you know?
- Calling someone exclusivo in Spanish can be a subtle insult implying they are 'snobbish' or 'high-maintenance' rather than a compliment about their loyalty.
- In many Spanish speaking cultures the transition to a relación exclusiva is marked by the ritual of pedir que sean novios which is a formal request for commitment.
- Spanish speakers often use the verb querer to express a feeling that sits exactly between 'to like' and 'to love' before establishing a relación exclusiva.
Examples in context
- Estoy en una relación exclusiva con Juan.I am in an exclusive relationship with Juan.
- Estamos en una relación exclusiva.We are in an exclusive relationship.
- Ellos tienen una relación exclusiva.They have an exclusive relationship.
- ¿Quieres tener una relación exclusiva conmigo?Do you want to have an exclusive relationship with me?
- No buscamos una relación exclusiva ahora.We are not looking for an exclusive relationship right now.
Example conversation
Sofía and Alejandro are talking at a cafe about their status.
- SofíaAlejandro, ¿qué buscas en una pareja?Alejandro, what are you looking for in a partner?
- AlejandroPrefiero una relación exclusiva.I prefer an exclusive relationship.
- SofíaYo también quiero una relación exclusiva contigo.I also want an exclusive relationship with you.
- AlejandroMe hace muy feliz escuchar eso, Sofía.It makes me very happy to hear that, Sofía.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
