Spanish · Family & People
Tío
Uncle
Beginnernoun
Definition
The brother of one's parent.
Example
Mi tío vive en Barcelona.
My uncle lives in Barcelona.
Etymology
'Tío' is derived from the Latin 'patruus', meaning uncle. It has retained its familial usage in modern Spanish.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tío' is used informally within families and friends, primarily in conversational Spanish across all regions. It can also serve as a colloquial term of endearment among young people.