A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "This is my aunt" in Spanish
Introduce your aunt in Spanish with this simple and common phrase. Perfect for family gatherings or meeting new people.
Esta es mi tía
EH-stah es mee TEE-ahneutral
Spanish TTS · 0:01
Use this when you are introducing your aunt to someone for the first time. It's also useful if you need to clarify who someone is in a group setting.
Alternatives
- Ella es mi tíaUse when the focus is on her as a person, rather than the object being presented.
- Les presento a mi tíaThis is a more formal way to introduce her to a group.
Ways to get it wrong
Tía vs. Tia
The accent on 'tía' is crucial; without it, 'tia' means 'aunt' but is pronounced differently and can sound abrupt.
Gender agreement
Remember that 'tía' is feminine, so use 'esta' (feminine demonstrative) and 'mi' (possessive) which don't change for gender.
A small cultural note
In many Spanish-speaking cultures, aunts play a significant role in family life and are often very involved in raising nieces and nephews.
Frequently asked
how to say my aunt in spanish
The most direct translation is 'mi tía'. Remember to include the accent mark on 'tía'.
esta es mi tia vs ella es mi tia
'Esta es mi tía' is used when pointing out or presenting your aunt. 'Ella es mi tía' is used when talking about her or identifying her.
what does tía mean in spanish
Tía means 'aunt' in Spanish. It refers to the sister of one's parent.
