English–Spanish
“father-in-law” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈsweɣɾo/
Example
Mi suegro viene a cenar esta noche.
My father-in-law is coming to dinner tonight.
How to say “father-in-law” in Spanish
“Father-in-law” in Spanish is suegro.
Older man who is the parent of one's spouse or partner.
Example sentences with suegro
Evito discutir con mi suegro.
I avoid arguing with my father-in-law.
Tips for using suegro
- In many Spanish-speaking contexts a suegro is addressed with usted rather than tú until a more familiar relationship develops.