Jonás
/xoˈnas/
Jonás is the Spanish form of the male given name Jonas.
Jonás is used as a proper noun for a male person's name.
How do you pronounce it?
/xoˈnas/
Did you know?
- Spanish psychology uses the term 'complejo de Jonás' to describe a person who sabotages their own success because of self-doubt.
- In some Spanish speaking regions, the phrase estás en el vientre de la ballena refers to the story of Jonás and is used to describe someone in a state of deep isolation or depression.
- In certain literary Spanish contexts, the name can function as a subtle metaphor for someone who is 'fleeing' or 'hiding' from their responsibilities.
Examples in context
- Jonás es mi hermano mayor.Jonás is my older brother.
- ¿Conoces a Jonás de la escuela?Do you know Jonás from school?
- Jonás compró un coche nuevo.Jonás bought a new car.
Example conversation
Lucía and Mateo are talking about a mutual friend.
- Lucía¿Has visto a Jonás hoy?Have you seen Jonás today?
- MateoNo, no he visto a Jonás.No, I haven't seen Jonás.
- LucíaÉl me llamó esta mañana.He called me this morning.
- MateoSeguro que Jonás está ocupado.I'm sure Jonás is busy.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Jonás, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
