me llamo Ángel
/me ʝamo anxel/from spelling rules
To say "my name is angel" in Spanish, use me llamo Ángel.
The phrase is used to introduce yourself by stating your name. You can use me llamo to convey the meaning of "my name is".
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase me llamo literally translates to "I call myself".
Which one should you use?
While me llamo Ángel is more common in natural conversation, Mi nombre es Ángel sounds more formal or like a direct translation from English.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some Latin American countries, Soy Ángel can be used as a succinct way of expressing "I am Angel".
How does it change in a sentence?
The verb llamar is used here in its reflexive form, which is why the pronoun me is required in the phrase me llamo.
Did you know?
- The name Ángel comes from the Ancient Greek word ángelos, which simply meant 'messenger' or 'envoy'.
- The word ángel can also be used as a noun to describe a very kind or innocent person, regardless of whether it is their actual name.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, people often introduce themselves with their first name and then a handshake, but the physical contact varies by region and gender.
Examples in context
- Mucho gusto, me llamo Ángel.Nice to meet you, my name is Ángel.
- Sí, me llamo Ángel y soy estudiante.Yes, my name is Ángel and I am a student.
Example conversation
Two people meet for the first time at a party.
- MaríaHola, soy María. ¿Cómo te llamas?Hi, I'm María. What is your name?
- DanielHola, me llamo Ángel.Hi, my name is Angel.
- MaríaMucho gusto, Ángel.Nice to meet you, Angel.
- DanielIgualmente, María.Likewise, María.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries me, Ángel, ángel, CC BY-SA 4.0.
