maridito
/maɾidito/from spelling rules
The English phrase "hubby" is translated into Spanish as maridito.
Maridito is an informal and endearing term for a husband. While a husband can be referred to more formally as a cónyuge (spouse) regardless of gender, maridito is an informal and endearing term for a husband.
Meaning: husband (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some regions, husbands are affectionately addressed using terms like papi, papito or papaíto.
How do you pronounce it?
/maɾidito/
When do people say it?
When expressing love to a husband, speakers often use terms of endearment such as mi amor or mi vida alongside words like esposo. As noted in some regions, terms like papi, papito or papaíto are also common affectionate ways to address a husband.
Did you know?
- While marido is the common word for husband, it shares a root with the word maridaje, which refers to the pairing of wine and food.
- In Spanish, the suffix -ito used to create maridito does not just mean 'small' but can be used to express intense affection or tenderness toward a person.
- Using maridito in certain contexts can actually sound patronizing or 'belittling' if the speaker is trying to mock the husband's importance.
Examples in context
- Mi esposo es mi mejor amigo.My husband is my best friend.
- El marido de Ana es un hombre encantador.Ana's husband is a delightful man.
- ¡Hola, maridito! ¿Cómo te fue en el trabajo hoy?Hello, hubby! How was work today?
- ¿Papi, me puedes ayudar con esto?Honey, can you help me with this?
- Mi marido se enorgullece de ser padre.My husband takes pride in being a father.
- Te amo, viejo. Eres el amor de mi vida.I love you, hubby. You are the love of my life.
- Mi maridito es muy dulce.My hubby is very sweet.
- ¿Dónde está tu maridito?Where is your hubby?
- Amo a mi maridito.I love my hubby.
Example conversation
Sofía is talking to Alejandro about her day.
- SofíaMi maridito me ayudó con la limpieza.My hubby helped me with the cleaning.
- AlejandroQué bueno que te apoye, Sofía.It's great that he supports you, Sofía.
- SofíaSí, es un maridito muy atento.Yes, he is a very attentive hubby.
- AlejandroTienen mucha suerte los dos.You both are very lucky.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
