novio
boyfriend
noun NOH-byoh Less Common
Origin: From Latin novius (new), later 'new partner'.
Also means
groom
Usage Note
Novio covers boyfriend in everyday speech as well as the groom at a wedding. The feminine form novia means girlfriend or bride. The phrase los novios can refer to a couple, two grooms, or a bride and groom depending on context. Do not use amigo to mean boyfriend — it means friend only.
Examples
"Mi novio me regaló flores ayer."
Natural Translation
My boyfriend gave me flowers yesterday.
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