Antonio (en. Antonio)

/anˈtonjo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Common masculine name in many Spanish-speaking countries.

Antonio is a very dear friend.

Antonio es un amigo muy querido.

Name of a notable historical or cultural figure.

Antonio Machado was a prominent Spanish poet.

Antonio Machado fue un destacado poeta español.

It derives from the Latin 'Antonius', whose exact meaning is uncertain, but it may be related to the word 'ante' meaning 'before'.

Antonio is the name of the game

An expression used to refer to something that is obvious or known by everyone.

Antonio es el nombre del juego

Every Antonio has his story

Each person named Antonio has their own narrative or experiences.

Cada Antonio tiene su historia

Antonia

Feminine form of the name Antonio.

Antonia

Tony

Colloquial and informal way to refer to Antonio in some countries.

Tony

Used to refer to a man who is considered attractive.

That guy is an antonio.

Ese chico es un antonio.

It can refer to a close friend.

We're going out, are you coming, antonio?

Vamos a salir, ¿vienes, antonio?