A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "My mother-in-law" in Spanish
Learn 'mi suegra' to talk about your mother-in-law in Spanish. Essential for family discussions.
mi suegra
mee SOO-eh-grahneutral
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Use this phrase when referring to your spouse's mother. It's common in everyday conversations about family, like when planning a visit or discussing family events.
Alternatives
- la mamá de mi esposo/aMore descriptive, good if the relationship is new or you want to be very clear.
Ways to get it wrong
Don't say 'madre política'
'Madre política' is a literal translation and sounds very strange to native speakers.
Pronunciation of 'g'
The 'g' in 'suegra' is soft, like the 'g' in 'go', not hard like in 'get'.
A small cultural note
In many Spanish-speaking cultures, the mother-in-law can play a very significant role in family life, sometimes even more so than in English-speaking cultures.
Frequently asked
how to say mother in law in spanish
The most common way to say 'mother-in-law' in Spanish is 'mi suegra'. This term is widely understood across Latin America and Spain.
is suegra a formal word
'Suegra' is a neutral term and can be used in both casual and formal settings. It's the standard word for mother-in-law.
what is the difference between suegra and madrastra
'Suegra' refers to your spouse's mother, while 'madrastra' means stepmother.
