Spain Spanish
Tía
Used informally to refer to someone in a friendly manner.
Literal Meaning
Aunt
Actual Meaning
Aunt; or girl/woman (Spain)
Examples in Context

¡Hola, tía! ¿Cómo te va?

¿Quieres venir a la barbacoa, tía?

Tío, esa película estuvo buenísima.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Use 'tía' among friends or peers, as it's a casual and friendly way to address someone.
  • 2Pay attention to the tone and context of the conversation, as the use of 'tía' can indicate familiarity or informality.
  • 3While 'tía' literally means 'aunt', in slang, it can refer to anyone you have a friendly relationship with, similar to 'dude' or 'mate'.
Phrase Thesaurus
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Tía buena (slang for attractive woman)
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¿Qué pasa, tía?
Tía, ¿me prestas tu móvil?
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