Pareja (en. Couple)

/paˈɾexa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Translation: Set of two elements or people that form a unit.
Translation: They formed a very talented dance couple.
Formaron una pareja de baile muy talentosa.
Translation: Romantic relationship between two people.
Translation: I have been with my partner for two years.
Llevo dos años con mi pareja.
Translation: Terminology used in the field of sports to refer to two competitors who compete together.
Translation: The tennis couple won the tournament.
La pareja de tenistas ganó el torneo.

Etymology

Translation: From the Latin 'paria', which means equal, pair.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Translation: perfect couple
Translation: A couple that complements each other very well.
pareja perfecta
Translation: common-law couple
Translation: A couple living together without being married.
pareja de hecho
Translation: dance partner
Translation: A duo that dances together.
pareja de baile

Related Words

Translation: marriage
Translation: Unit formed by a man and a woman through a legal contract.
matrimonio
Translation: courtship
Translation: Period of time in which two people are in a loving relationship before getting married.
noviazgo
Translation: companion
Translation: Person who accompanies or shares responsibilities.
compañero

Slang Meanings

Translation: Friend with benefits
Translation: They have a couple relationship, but they are more friends with benefits.
Tienen una relación de pareja, pero son más amigos con derechos.
Translation: better half
Translation: They say he is her better half.
Dicen que él es la media naranja de ella.