mi ex
/mi eɡs/from spelling rules
In Spanish, 'my ex' is said as mi ex.
The phrase refers to a person who was previously in a romantic relationship with the speaker.
Which one should you use?
While mi ex is a common and straightforward way to refer to an ex in conversation, it is actually a shortened form of mi exnovio (ex-boyfriend) or mi exnovia (ex-girlfriend).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Latin America, the informal phrase mi exnovia is a common way to say 'my ex-girlfriend'.
How does it change in a sentence?
To refer to multiple former partners (my exes), you change the possessive adjective to the plural mis, but the noun ex remains unchanged, resulting in mis ex.
How do you pronounce it?
/mi eɡs/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, adding the prefix ex- to a title like mi exmarido or mi exmujer does not necessarily mean the divorce is final, as it can refer to a spouse during the legal separation process.
- When writing the full versions exnovio or exnovia, Spanish grammar rules dictate that the prefix ex is joined directly to the noun without a hyphen.
- The term mi ex is often used in Spanish pop music, particularly in the 'reggaeton' genre, where it serves as a central theme for songs about heartbreak and revenge.
Examples in context
- Tom es mi ex.Tom is my ex.This sentence is useful for identifying someone as mi ex.Tatoeba #2343136 by hayastan, translation #2273303 by CK
- Mi exnovio fue criado en Portugal.My ex-boyfriend was brought up in Portugal.This sentence shows how to use mi ex in the context of an ex-girlfriend (mi exnovia).Tatoeba #1852193 by Shishir, translation #251326 by CN
- Mi ex es una persona muy rencorosa.My ex is a very spiteful person.This sentence demonstrates using mi ex to describe someone's character.Tatoeba #12317552 by Serrot, translation #12328462 by Miktsoanit
- Después de la separación, mi expareja y yo seguimos siendo amigos.After the breakup, my ex-partner and I remained friends.
- No me llevo bien con mi ex, pero intentamos mantener una buena relación por nuestros hijos.I don't get along with my ex, but we try to maintain a good relationship for the sake of our children.
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Example conversation
María and Daniel are chatting about their past relationships.
- MaríaTodavía hablo con mi ex.I still talk to my ex.
- Daniel¿En serio? ¿Se llevan bien?Really? Do you get along well?
- MaríaSí, mi ex es muy amable.Yes, my ex is very kind.
- DanielEso es muy bueno, María.That is very good, María.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
