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How to Say "This is my cousin" in Spanish
Say 'Este es mi primo' to introduce your male cousin in Spanish. Simple and direct for any situation.
Este es mi primo.
ES-te es mee PREE-mohneutral
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Use this phrase when you are introducing your male cousin to someone for the first time. It's a straightforward way to make the connection clear in a social setting.
Alternatives
- Esta es mi prima.Use this if your cousin is female.
- Él es mi primo.Use this if you've already mentioned the person and are now specifying their relationship to you.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'primo' with 'prime'
Remember 'primo' means cousin, not the mathematical term 'prime'.
Gender agreement
Make sure to use 'esta' and 'prima' if your cousin is female.
A small cultural note
In many Spanish-speaking cultures, family ties are very important and introductions often include clarifying relationships.
Frequently asked
how to say this is my cousin in spanish
The most common way to say 'this is my cousin' in Spanish is 'Este es mi primo' for a male cousin. If your cousin is female, you would say 'Esta es mi prima'.
what is primo in spanish
'Primo' in Spanish means male cousin. It's derived from the Latin word 'primus', meaning first, likely referring to the first male child in a generation of siblings.
how to introduce family in spanish
You can introduce family members by saying 'Este/Esta es mi [relationship]' (This is my [relationship]). For example, 'Este es mi hermano' (This is my brother) or 'Esta es mi tía' (This is my aunt).
