Meaning
groom, bridegroom
- bridegroom, groom
- husband (newlywed)
- newlyweds (in the plural)
In a sentence
Lo sposo aspetta fuori dalla chiesa con gli amici.
The groom is waiting outside the church with friends.
Hai visto gli sposi dopo la festa?
Did you see the newlyweds after the party?
Lo sposo indossava un abito scuro molto elegante.
The groom was wearing a very elegant dark suit.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| sposo | masculine · singular |
| sposi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Use 'sposo' for 'groom' only on the wedding day or shortly after; otherwise, say 'marito' for 'husband'.
- Avoid 'sposo' for 'spouse' in general contexts—Italians prefer 'coniuge' in formal/legal settings.
- Plural 'sposi' can mean 'newlyweds' or 'bride and groom' collectively, not just multiple grooms.