How to Say “Josefina” in Spanish

By Jonathon Frederick • Updated October 1, 2026

Josefina

/xoseˈfina/

Josefina is the Spanish form of the name Josephine.

How do you pronounce it?

/xoseˈfina/

Did you know?

A common affectionate nickname for Josefina is Chepina, which follows a unique pattern of Spanish nickname creation that is not intuitive to learners.
In some Spanish-speaking regions, Josefina is associated with the flor de josefina, which is the common name for the begonia plant.
The name Josefina became widely popular in Spanish speaking colonies during the 19th century due to the influence of Empress Josephine of France.

Examples in context

Hola, Josefina.
Hello, Josefina.
¿Cómo estás, Josefina?
How are you, Josefina?
Esta es mi amiga Josefina.
This is my friend Josefina.

Example conversation

Lucía and Javier are at a party.

Lucía

¿Viste a Josefina?
Did you see Josefina?
Javier

Sí, Josefina está en la cocina.
Yes, Josefina is in the kitchen.
Lucía

Voy a buscar a Josefina ahora.
I am going to look for Josefina now.
Javier

Está bien, Lucía.
That's fine, Lucía.

Sources

Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Josefina, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.

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About The Author

Jonathon Frederick

Hola, amigos! I'm Jonathon, a language enthusiast with a never-ending love for Spanish. With a passion for exploring the linguistic nuances of modern phrases, I enjoy crafting guides that make Spanish accessible to everyone. You'll often find me immersed in a book or savoring chicken rice and beans. Moreover, I never say no to un buen café (a good coffee). What's more, being an adventurous soul, skydiving and travelling rank high on my hobbies list. Remember, the journey to language proficiency is a marathon, not a sprint. ¡Vamos! Let's learn together.

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