'Viudo' is a practical Spanish word to describe a man who is widowed.
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- Describes a widowed man.
- Used to indicate a man's marital status.
- Can also be used as a noun.
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Nouns and adjectives in Spanish must agree in gender and number. 'Viudo' is the masculine singular form.
El hombre viudo. (The widowed man.)
For a feminine singular person, use 'viuda'.
La mujer viuda. (The widowed woman.)
For masculine plural persons, use 'viudos'.
Los hombres viudos. (The widowed men.)
For feminine plural persons, use 'viudas'.
Las mujeres viudas. (The widowed women.)
'Viudo' can also be used as a noun meaning 'widower'.
Él es un viudo. (He is a widower.)
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While 'solo' can mean alone, it does not refer to marital status. 'Solo' can also mean 'only'.
Refers to the number one, not an unmarried person.
This is a formal term for 'spouse', which is not the same as 'widowed'.
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Often confused with 'single' in the sense of unmarried, but it's important to remember 'single' can also mean one item, which is not 'soltero/a'.
'Soltero/a' specifically refers to a person who is unmarried.
Mi hermana es soltera. (My sister is unmarried.)
While it means 'married', learners sometimes forget the gender agreement and might use 'casado' for a woman.
Always match the ending with the gender of the person: 'casado' for a man, 'casada' for a woman.
Ellos están casados. (They are married.)
Similar to 'casado/a', the gender agreement can be overlooked. Also, some might confuse it with being separated.
'Divorciado/a' means legally divorced. Being separated (separado/a) is distinct.
Después de muchos años, se divorciaron. (After many years, they got divorced.)
Can be confused with 'divorciado/a', but 'separado/a' means separated, not necessarily divorced.
A separated couple is still legally married but living apart. A divorced couple is no longer legally married.
Están separados desde hace un año. (They have been separated for a year.)
While it means 'couple' or 'partner', some learners might use it for a spouse, which is not always appropriate.
'Pareja' can refer to a romantic partner, but 'esposo/a' is specifically for a husband/wife.
Mi pareja y yo vamos de vacaciones. (My partner and I are going on vacation.)
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Choose the most appropriate synonym for 'viudo' in the context of someone who has lost their spouse.
'Sin cónyuge' directly translates to 'without a spouse,' which is the most precise synonym for 'viudo.' 'Desconsolado' means 'inconsolable,' 'solitario' means 'lonely,' and 'separado' means 'separated,' none of which directly define the state of being a widower.
Which sentence correctly uses the word 'viuda' (feminine form of viudo) to describe a woman whose husband has passed away?
The word 'viuda' specifically refers to a woman whose husband has died. The sentence 'La mujer viuda heredó una gran fortuna' accurately reflects this meaning. The other options misuse the word.
Which of the following phrases best describes the emotional state often associated with being 'viudo'?
While individual experiences vary, the state of being 'viudo' is generally associated with 'profunda pena' (deep sorrow) due to the loss of a spouse. The other options represent conflicting emotions.
A person who is 'viudo' is someone who has never been married.
False. 'Viudo' specifically refers to someone whose spouse has died, implying they were previously married. Someone who has never been married is 'soltero' (single).
The term 'viudo' can be used interchangeably with 'divorciado'.
False. 'Viudo' means widowed (spouse died), while 'divorciado' means divorced (marriage legally ended). These are distinct marital statuses.
In Spanish culture, there are often specific social customs or expectations associated with being 'viudo' or 'viuda'.
True. Many cultures, including Spanish-speaking ones, have traditions and social customs surrounding widowhood, such as mourning periods, specific attire, or expectations regarding remarriage.
This sentence describes a man becoming widowed after his wife's death, correctly ordering the words to form a complete and grammatically sound sentence.
This sentence indicates that despite being widowed, the woman chose to move forward with her life. The phrase 'A pesar de su viuda' is commonly used to express 'despite being a widow'.
This sentence describes a widowed man dedicating his life to his children, ordering the words logically and grammatically.
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Summary
'Viudo' is a practical Spanish word to describe a man who is widowed.
- Describes a widowed man.
- Used to indicate a man's marital status.
- Can also be used as a noun.
مثال
La señora viuda vive sola.
محتوى ذو صلة
مزيد من كلمات family
abrazarse
B1To hug each other; to embrace mutually.
Abuela
A1Grandmother; a mother of one's parent.
Abuelo
A1Grandfather; a father of one's parent.
abuelo/a
A2The father or mother of one's father or mother.
acariciar
B1To touch or stroke gently or lovingly.
acoger
B1To welcome; to receive into one's home.
acunar
B1To cradle; to hold gently in one's arms.
adolescente
A2A person aged between 13 and 19 years.
adopción
B1The legal process of taking another's child as one's own; adoption.
adoptado
B1Taken into one's family by legal means; adopted.
