Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Persona: person
persona
Pronunciation: pehr-SOH-nah (stress the capital letters)
Persona means “person” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: person
- How to say it: pehr-SOH-nah
- Gender: la persona
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “persona” means and how to use it
Persona means “person.” It is always feminine, even when it refers to a man.
Gender and plural
- Gender: la persona (feminine)
- Plural: las personas
Examples with audio
- Es una persona muy amable.He is a very kind person.
- Hay cinco personas en la fila.There are five people in line.
- Cada persona paga lo suyo.Each person pays their own part.
Usage tip
Persona is feminine for everyone: una persona simpática, whether it is a man or a woman. The plural “personas” translates “people” when you count them.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “person” in Spanish?
“person” in Spanish is “persona.” It is pronounced pehr-SOH-nah, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “persona”?
Say pehr-SOH-nah. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “persona” masculine or feminine?
Persona is feminine: “la persona.” The plural is “personas.”
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