English–Spanish

“his excellency” in Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/eksθelenˈtisimo/

Example

Recibimos al excelentísimo embajador.

We welcomed His Excellency the ambassador.

Illustration for excelentísimo (his excellency)

How to say “his excellency” in Spanish

“His excellency” in Spanish is excelentísimo.

Protocol title for high-ranking officials used with their office or name.

Full entry for excelentísimo: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with excelentísimo

¿Puedes presentarme al excelentísimo cónsul?

Can you introduce me to his excellency the consul?

Tips for using excelentísimo

  • In spoken language people normally use the office or 'señor'/'señora' because excelentísimo sounds overly formal and stilted.

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