este es mi nombre
/este es mi nombɾe/from spelling rules
The English phrase "this is name" is expressed in Spanish as este es mi nombre.
The phrase este es mi nombre is used to state what one's name is. While it is a grammatically correct way to identify yourself, please note that a native speaker is much more likely to use Me llamo [Name] (I call myself [Name]) or Mi nombre es [Name] (My name is [Name]) during an introduction.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the phrase este es mi nombre, the word mi is a possessive adjective meaning "my". It is necessary in Spanish to include this to indicate that the name belongs to the speaker. Additionally, the phrase este es is used specifically when referring to males.
How do you pronounce it?
/este es mi nombɾe/
What mistakes should you avoid?
Do not say este es nombre to mean "this is my name". English speakers often forget to include the possessive adjective mi (my), but it is required in this Spanish construction.
Did you know?
- While 'nombre' means 'name', the phrase ¡no, hombre! is a common interjection that sounds almost identical, roughly translating to 'no, man!' or 'no way!'
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, identifying yourself with your name is traditionally paired with a two-cheek kiss rather than just a handshake.
Examples in context
- ¡Buena suerte!Good luck
Example conversation
Daniel is showing his identification card to María.
- DanielHola María, este es mi nombre aquí.Hi María, this is my name here.
- MaríaMucho gusto, Daniel.Nice to meet you, Daniel.
- DanielGracias, es un placer conocerte.Thank you, it is a pleasure to meet you.
- MaríaIgualmente, Daniel.Likewise, Daniel.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries es, este, mi, nombre, CC BY-SA 4.0.
