celoso
masculine, neutral
In Mexican Spanish "jealous" is celoso for a man and celosa for a woman. It is the normal word in Mexico, with no special local version.
Meaning: feeling jealous (adjective)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| celoso | masculine, neutral |
| celosa | feminine, neutral |
Estar celoso describes a feeling in the moment. Ser celoso describes a person who is jealous by character.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective agrees with the person: celoso for a man, celosa for a woman, celosos for a group.
Did you know?
- Mexican Spanish often uses platicar for "to chat", which is why Ana says platícalo.
Examples in context
- Mi novio se pone celoso.My boyfriend gets jealous.
- Estoy celosa de su viaje.I am jealous of her trip.
Example conversation
Ana talks with her friend Paty at a café in Mexico City.
- Ana¿Por qué estás tan seria?Why are you so serious?
- PatyEs que estoy celosa de Laura.I am jealous of Laura.
- AnaNo te preocupes, platícalo con ella.Do not worry, talk to her about it.
