Translation of Spanish word "tía" to English
tía
/ˈtia/
Meaning
NounThe sister or sister-in-law of one’s parent.
How to use
Tía ('aunt') is feminine. Masculine is tío. In Spain, tía is also used colloquially as 'girl / chick'.
🇬🇧 English
aunt
Example
Mi tía vive en la ciudad.
My aunt lives in the city.
La tía de María es amable.
Maria's aunt is kind.
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Common phrases
- tía abuela— great-aunt
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What does the Spanish word "tía" mean?▼
The Spanish word "tía" means "aunt" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Mi tía vive en la ciudad." (which translates as "My aunt lives in the city.").
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