A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "We're engaged" in Spanish
Learn how to announce your engagement in Spanish with this simple, natural phrase used across Latin America.
Estamos comprometidos.
es-TAH-mos com-pro-meh-TEE-dohsneutral
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Use this when sharing your happy news with friends, family, or coworkers. It works perfectly in casual conversation or when introducing your partner at a social gathering.
Alternatives
- Nos vamos a casar.Use this if you want to say 'we are getting married' instead.
- Estamos prometidos.Common in Spain, though less frequent in Latin America.
Ways to get it wrong
Avoid 'comprometidos' as a false friend
While it means 'engaged' in a romantic sense, it can also mean 'committed' to a task or 'in trouble' depending on the context.
A small cultural note
In many Latin American cultures, the engagement is often announced at a family dinner, making this phrase a staple for those gatherings.
Frequently asked
How do I say we are engaged if I am a woman?
You still use 'Estamos comprometidos' because the masculine plural covers a mixed-gender couple. If you are two women, you would say 'Estamos comprometidas'.
Is there a specific word for engagement ring?
Yes, it is called an 'anillo de compromiso'. You can use this term when showing off your ring to friends.
What is the difference between engaged and promised?
In Spanish, 'comprometidos' is the standard term for romantic engagement. 'Prometidos' is understood but sounds more formal or old-fashioned in many regions.
