Pablo
/ˈpablo/
Pablo is the Spanish form of the name Pablo.
When addressing someone with this name, you can use different variations depending on the social context.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈpablo/
Did you know?
- The name Pablo is a linguistic relative of the English word 'pauper', as both derive from the same Latin root meaning 'small' or 'poor'.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, the name Pablo is associated with the 'San Pablo' feast day on June 29, where traditional celebrations often include specific regional foods and dances.
- In literature, Pablo is a recurring name in the works of Federico García Lorca, often used to evoke traditional Andalusian identity.
Examples in context
- Voy a San Pablo.I go to San Pablo.This sentence shows the use of Pablo in a destination context.Tatoeba #2911755 by hayastan, translation #5109650 by argentum
- Pablo volvió con su padre.Pablo came back with his father.This sentence uses Pablo as the subject of the sentence.Tatoeba #1751212 by Shishir, translation #12319540 by Miktsoanit
- Dicen que Pablo es muy rico.Pablo is said to be very rich.This sentence uses Pablo to describe someone's status.Tatoeba #3225281 by Shishir, translation #13459630 by Seael
- Buenos días, Don Pablo. ¿Cómo está usted hoy?Good morning, Mr. Pablo. How are you today?
- Permítame presentarle al Señor Pablo Martínez.Allow me to introduce you to Mr. Pablo Martínez.
- Pablito, ¿quieres venir a jugar fútbol con nosotros?Pablito, do you want to come play soccer with us?
- 18 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are looking for their friend at a party.
- Javier¿Has visto a Pablo?Have you seen Pablo?
- SofíaNo, no lo he visto hoy.No, I haven't seen him today.
- JavierCreo que Pablo está en la cocina.I think Pablo is in the kitchen.
- SofíaVamos a buscarlo entonces.Let's go look for him then.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Pablo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Pablo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
