Japanese · Family & People
夫
otto
Husband
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The humble form used when referring to your own husband when speaking to others. To refer to someone else's husband, ご主人 (goshujin) is used.
Example
夫は今出張中です。
My husband is on a business trip now.
Etymology
夫 (otto) is a historical term used to denote a spouse, emphasizing male partners in marital relationships. Its origin can be traced back to classical literature.
How & Where It’s Used
Otto is a formal term used in both spoken and written Japanese. It is often used in family discussions or legal contexts.