almas gemelas
/almas xemelas/from spelling rules
The English phrase "soulmates" is translated into Spanish as almas gemelas.
The phrase almas gemelas is used to describe two people who share a deep and natural affinity for one another.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to "twin souls".
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of the phrase is alma gemela. Because alma ends in -a, its plural form is almas.
When do people say it?
While almas gemelas is a common way to express this connection, you may also encounter the idiomatic expression Media naranja, which literally means "half an orange" and is used metaphorically to refer to one's better half or soulmate.
Did you know?
- The concept of media naranja likely stems from the ancient Greek belief that humans were originally created as double-beings with two heads and four arms before being split in half by Zeus.
- While alma is feminine, you use the masculine article el in the singular form el alma to prevent two 'a' sounds from blending together.
- If you use the phrase alma gemela in a poetic context, it carries a much heavier, almost spiritual weight than the more lighthearted media naranja.
Examples in context
- Tú y yo somos almas gemelas.You and I are soulmates.This sentence is useful for practicing how to use almas gemelas with the pronouns 'you and I'.Tatoeba #1372179 by al_ex_an_der, translation #1372178 by al_ex_an_der
- Somos almas gemelas.We are soulmates.This sentence shows a simple way to state that 'we' are almas gemelas.Tatoeba #1372163 by al_ex_an_der, translation #1372157 by al_ex_an_der
- La teoría del destino dice que las almas gemelas están destinadas a encontrarse.The theory of fate states that soulmates are destined to meet.
- Mi esposo es mi media naranja, hemos estado juntos desde hace más de 20 años.My husband is my soulmate, we have been together for over 20 years.
- Nos conocimos en la universidad y desde entonces somos almas gemelas.We met in college, and since then we have been soulmates.
- Ellos creen que son almas gemelas.They believe they are soulmates.
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Javier and Lucía are talking about a romantic movie.
- Javier¿Crees que ellos son almas gemelas?Do you think they are soulmates?
- LucíaSí, su conexión es increíble.Yes, their connection is incredible.
- JavierParece que su amor es eterno.It seems like their love is eternal.
- LucíaEs una historia muy hermosa.It is a very beautiful story.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
