spouse
word
/ˈspaʊs/
/spˈaʊs/
Definition
A spouse is the person you are married to; it refers to either a husband or a wife.
Usage & Nuances
'Spouse' is a formal and gender-neutral term, often used in legal, official, or administrative contexts. It is less common in everyday conversation, where 'husband' or 'wife' is preferred. Used equally for both men and women.
Spanish: cónyugePortuguese (BR): cônjugePortuguese (PT): cônjugeChinese (Simplified): 配偶Chinese (Traditional): 配偶Hindi: पति या पत्नीArabic: زوج/زوجةBengali: জীবনসঙ্গী - স্ত্রী বা স্বামী (আইনি)Russian: супруг - супругаJapanese: 配偶者Vietnamese: vợ/chồng - người phối ngẫuKorean: 배우자Turkish: eşUrdu: شریکِ حیات - زوج/زوجہ (رسمی)Indonesian: pasangan
Example Sentences
Please write your spouse’s name on the form.
basic
My spouse works at a hospital.
basic
Each guest may bring their spouse to the dinner.
basic
After ten years, my spouse still surprises me.
natural
You need your spouse's signature for this application.
natural
Some people file joint taxes with their spouse.
natural