matrimonio
marriage; married couple
Pronunciation
/matɾiˈmonjo/
Cultural Note
Matrimonio can refer to the institution of marriage, the wedding ceremony, or the married couple itself ('el matrimonio García' means 'the García couple'). In traditionally Catholic Spanish-speaking societies, marriage remains an important institution, though civil unions and secular weddings are increasingly common, especially in Spain and Argentina.
📝 Example Sentences
Llevan un matrimonio feliz desde hace treinta años.
They have had a happy marriage for thirty years.
El matrimonio es un compromiso de por vida.
Marriage is a lifelong commitment.
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