English–Spanish

“person” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsosujeto · individuo

Pronunciation

IPA/peɾˈsona/

Example

Esa persona es amable.

That person is kind.

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How to say “person” in Spanish

“Person” in Spanish is persona.

A single human being regarded as an individual.

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

Example sentences with persona

Conocí a una persona de confianza en el trabajo.

I met a reliable person at work.

Tips for using persona

  • Spanish persona normally means an actual person rather than the English 'persona' meaning a public image, and it does not replace gente for referring to groups.

Other Spanish words for “person”

Vi a un sujeto sospechoso en la tienda.

I saw a suspicious person in the store.

Cada individuo tiene derechos.

Each person has rights.

“person” in other languages