Williams
Williams is the Spanish form of the English surname Williams, meaning "son of William".
When used as a surname, 'Williams' remains the same in Spanish.
Meaning: surname meaning "son of William" (name)
Which one should you use?
The Spanish equivalent of 'William' is Guillermo.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, Memo is a colloquial shortening of 'Guillermo'.
Did you know?
- While Williams is an English name, the Spanish equivalent Guillermo shares a root with the English word 'will'. Both derive from the Germanic elements for 'will' or 'desire' and 'helmet' or 'protection'.
- While 'Williams' is an English surname, a person named 'Guillermo Williams' in a Spanish-speaking country would likely have two surnames: one from their father and one from their mother.
- In Spanish, when referring to 'the Williams family', the surname Williams remains singular, whereas English speakers would often say 'the Williamses'.
Examples in context
- No sabía que el señor Williams había combatido en la guerra de Vietnam.I didn't know that Mr. Williams fought in the Vietnam War.This sentence is useful for seeing how to refer to a person using the surname Williams.Tatoeba #1953393 by marcelostockle, translation #65692 by darinmex
- María trabaja en el mismo departamento que el Sr. Williams.María works in the same department as Mr. Williams.
- ¿Has visto a Guillermito? Ha llegado con su nueva bicicleta.Have you seen little Willie? He arrived with his new bike.
- Conoces a Memo Williams, el escritor famoso?Do you know Memo Williams, the famous writer?
- El apellido Williams es de origen inglés.The surname Williams is of English origin.
- La familia Williams vive en esa casa blanca.The Williams family lives in that white house.
Example conversation
Alejandro and María are looking at a guest list for a party.
- Alejandro¿Viene el señor Williams a la fiesta?Is Mr. Williams coming to the party?
- MaríaSí, Alejandro, él confirmó su asistencia.Yes, Alejandro, he confirmed his attendance.
- AlejandroMe alegra saber que Williams vendrá.I am happy to know that Williams will come.
- MaríaSerá un placer tenerlo aquí.It will be a pleasure to have him here.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
