tus números
/tus numeɾos/from spelling rules
In Spanish, "your numbers" is translated as tus números.
This phrase refers to the specific digits that make up a person's telephone number.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the possessive adjective tus (your, plural) and the noun números (numbers).
Which one should you use?
tu número should be used if you are referring to a single telephone number.
How does it change in a sentence?
When speaking to someone using the formal usted, use sus números to ensure the possessive adjective matches the formal register. If you are referring to a single telephone number, use the singular form tu número.
How do you pronounce it?
/tus numeɾos/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, it is more common to ask for someone's WhatsApp than their número. Because the app is the primary mode of communication, the word WhatsApp often replaces the word 'number' in casual conversation.
- If you ask for tus números in a social setting, a native speaker might think you are asking for their 'lucky numbers' or body measurements.
- The verb marcar, used when someone is dialing tus números, is a linguistic relic from the era of rotary phones, referring to the physical act of marking the dial.
Examples in context
- ¿Me das tus números de contacto?Can you give me your contact numbers?
Example conversation
Mateo and Sofía are exchanging contact information.
- MateoSofía, quiero enviarte un mensaje.Sofía, I want to send you a message.
- SofíaClaro, toma mi teléfono.Sure, take my phone.
- MateoGracias, ahora anoto tus números.Thanks, now I'll write down your numbers.
- SofíaPerfecto, hablamos más tarde.Perfect, we'll talk later.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
