WORD MEANING

Hijo meaning

EE-ho · noun

A Spanish word meaning 'son'.

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Other meanings

A slang term in some Spanish-speaking regions used as an insult or to express frustration.

An abbreviation or acronym in specific contexts, though uncommon.

The term is primarily used in Spanish as a familial relationship term but can appear in slang or other contexts.

Examples

My friend called his son 'hijo' when speaking Spanish.

The word 'hijo' means 'son' in Spanish.

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