romantic
Novio / Novia
Boyfriend / Girlfriend
NOH-byoh / NOH-byah
What does it mean?
In Colombia, "novio/novia" is used for boyfriend/girlfriend but also for fiancé(e) — Colombians often use it for any committed romantic partner. Relationships in Colombia tend to become "official" quickly compared to other cultures.
How to use it
Standard term for romantic partner. Colombians often introduce partners as novio/novia quite early in the relationship.
Example sentences
This is my boyfriend.
Él es mi novio.
Do you have a girlfriend?
¿Tienes novia?
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