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"Sobrino" is a noun which is often translated as "nephew", and "sobrina" is a noun which is often translated as "niece". Learn more about the difference between "sobrino" and "sobrina" below.
el sobrino(
soh
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brree
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noh
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A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. nephew
Mi nuevo sobrino nacerá en el verano.My new nephew will be born in the summer.
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la sobrina(
soh
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nah
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A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
feminine noun
a. niece
Tengo dos sobrinas encantadoras.I have two charming nieces.
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