A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "This is my wife" in Italian
Introduce your wife with this common Italian phrase, perfect for social gatherings and formal introductions.
Questa è mia moglie
KWESS-tah eh MEE-ah MOL-yehneutral
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Use this when you're introducing your wife to someone for the first time, perhaps at a party, a dinner with friends, or when meeting new acquaintances.
Alternatives
- Lei è mia moglieSlightly more formal, like saying 'She is my wife'.
- Questa è la mia signoraA bit more old-fashioned or sometimes used to sound more distinguished.
Ways to get it wrong
Don't say 'questo'
'Questo' is masculine; 'moglie' is feminine, so you need the feminine 'questa'.
Pronounce 'moglie' correctly
The 'gli' sound is unique; it's like the 'lli' in 'million' but softer, not like 'lee'.
A small cultural note
Italians often introduce family members with pride. Be prepared for warm greetings and perhaps a few polite questions about your wife.
Frequently asked
how to say this is my husband in italian
You would say 'Questo è mio marito'. 'Marito' is masculine, so you use 'questo' and 'mio'.
is 'moglie' a formal word for wife
'Moglie' is the standard, neutral word for wife and is used in all contexts. 'Signora' can sometimes be used but is less direct.
what's the difference between 'moglie' and 'donna'
'Moglie' specifically means 'wife', while 'donna' means 'woman'.
