Roberto
/roˈbeɾto/
Roberto is the Spanish male given name.
Depending on the social context, various versions or nicknames are used, such as the formal Don Roberto or the informal nicknames Rober and Beto.
Which one should you use?
While Roberto is the full name, Rober and Beto are informal nicknames used among friends and acquaintances. Berto is another alternative nickname used in specific regions.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In parts of Spain, Colombia and Venezuela, the nickname Berto might be used as an alternative.
How do you pronounce it?
/roˈbeɾto/
Did you know?
- Despite the formality of Don Roberto, it is common in some Caribbean cultures to use Don with the nickname Beto to create a humorous blend of respect and intimacy.
- The nickname Beto is so common that it is often used for people with other names ending in -berto, such as Alberto or Norberto.
- In historical Spanish literature and courtly settings, the prefix Don before Roberto did not just signify formality but was originally reserved for those belonging to the nobility.
Examples in context
- Mi nombre es Roberto.My name is Roberto.This sentence is useful for introducing yourself using the name Roberto.Tatoeba #2707280 by hayastan, translation #2706881 by CN
- Roberto fue un tío legal.Roberto was a legit guy.This sentence uses the name Roberto to describe someone's character.Tatoeba #13671037 by Seael, translation #13671038 by Seael
- ¿Sr. Roberto? Está detenido.Mr. Roberto? You're under arrest.This sentence shows the name Roberto being used in a formal address during an arrest.Tatoeba #1335465 by Shishir, translation #1334616 by marcelostockle
- ¡Hola Rober! ¿Qué tal?Hey Rober! How's it going?
- Don Roberto, un placer conocerlo.Mr. Roberto, a pleasure to meet you.
- Me encontré con Beto en la tienda.I met Beto at the store.
- 6 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Maria and Daniel are talking about a coworker.
- María¿Dónde está Roberto hoy?Where is Roberto today?
- DanielRoberto está en una reunión.Roberto is in a meeting.
- MaríaNecesito hablar con él.I need to speak with him.
- DanielLlama a Roberto por teléfono.Call Roberto on the phone.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Roberto, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
