Meaning of Spouse
A husband or wife in a marriage.
In simple words: A person's husband or wife.
Spouse in a sentence
- She introduced her spouse to her friends at the party.
- As a loving spouse, he always supports his partner's dreams.
- Many couples choose to travel with their spouse for a shared experience.
- Her spouse is her best friend and confidant.
- They attended a seminar on communication for spouses.
How to use Spouse
Used to refer to a partner in marriage. More common in formal contexts; in casual settings, 'husband' or 'wife' is often used instead.
Grammar pattern
spouse + object
Memory hint
Think 'spouse' sounds like 'house'—the person you share your home with.
Related words
Collocations with Spouse
- life partner
- marital spouse
- spousal support
Common mistakes with Spouse
- Using 'spouse' for a partner in a non-marital relationship.
- Confusing 'spouse' with 'partner,' which can refer to various types of relationships.
- Not using it in an appropriate formal context.
Spouse appears in
Spouse in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
الزوج، الزوجة
زوج أو زوجة الشخص.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Spouse
একজন ব্যক্তির স্বামী বা স্ত্রী।
- GermanDeutsch
Ehepartner/in
Der Ehemann oder die Ehefrau einer Person.
- SpanishEspañol
Cónyuge
El esposo o esposa de una persona.
- Persianفارسی
همسر
شوهر یا همسر یک فرد.
- FrenchFrançais
Époux / Épouse
Le mari ou la femme de quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
Spouse
किसी का पति या पत्नी।
- ItalianItaliano
Coniuge
Il marito o la moglie di una persona.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Cônjuge
O marido ou a mulher de uma pessoa.
- RussianРусский
Супруг/Супруга
Муж или жена человека.
- Urduاردو
شریک حیات، زوج
کسی شخص کا شوہر یا بیوی۔
- Chinese中文
配偶
一个人的丈夫或妻子。
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Frequently asked questions about Spouse
What does Spouse mean?
A person's husband or wife.
What is the definition of Spouse?
A husband or wife in a marriage.
How do you use Spouse in a sentence?
She introduced her spouse to her friends at the party.
Can you give another example of Spouse?
As a loving spouse, he always supports his partner's dreams.
What are synonyms for Spouse?
Common alternatives include partner, mate, consort.
What is the opposite of Spouse?
Opposite meanings include stranger, enemy, single.
What words go with Spouse?
It commonly pairs with life partner, marital spouse, spousal support.
What are common mistakes when using Spouse?
Using 'spouse' for a partner in a non-marital relationship. Confusing 'spouse' with 'partner,' which can refer to various types of relationships. Not using it in an appropriate formal context.
How do you pronounce Spouse?
US: //spaʊs//, UK: //spaʊs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Spouse?
Used to refer to a partner in marriage. More common in formal contexts; in casual settings, 'husband' or 'wife' is often used instead.
What CEFR level is Spouse?
"Spouse" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.

