novia
standard, everyday
The word for "girlfriend" in Puerto Rico is novia. For a partner of any gender you can say pareja.
Meaning: female romantic partner (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| novia | standard, everyday |
| pareja | neutral partner |
You say mi novia to introduce her. Novia can also mean bride, so context shows which meaning is intended.
Which one should you use?
Friends who are girls use amiga, not novia, so avoid mixing them up.
Did you know?
- The same word novia is used for a bride, so a girlfriend and a bride share the word.
Examples in context
- Mi novia vive en Bayamón.My girlfriend lives in Bayamón.
- Te presento a mi novia.Let me introduce you to my girlfriend.
- Hablé con mi pareja.I talked with my partner.
Example conversation
Víctor introduces his girlfriend Camila to his parents at their home in Carolina.
- VíctorMami, papi, ella es mi novia.Mom, dad, this is my girlfriend.
- MamiMucho gusto, Camila.Nice to meet you, Camila.
- CamilaEl gusto es mío.The pleasure is mine.
