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"Esposa" is a form of "esposa", a noun which is often translated as "wife". "Mujer" is a noun which is often translated as "woman". Learn more about the difference between "mujer" and "esposa" below.
la mujer()
A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
a. no direct translation
The following examples show ways to translate this word or phrase without using a direct equivalent.
¡Mujer, pero si era broma! ¿Creíste que lo decía en serio? - Pues sí.But it was a joke! Did you think I was being serious? - Well, yes, I did.
¡Mujer, no te enfades! Lo hice sin mala intención.Come on, don't be angry! I meant no harm.
la esposa()
A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
las esposas
A plural noun indicates that there is more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
a. handcuffs
Todos los policías tienen que llevar esposas.All policemen are required to carry handcuffs.
