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suspiro means sigh — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: July 25, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

suspiro

noun • /[soos-PEE-roh]/

sigh

Example:

Un suspiro escapó de mis labios al verte.

A sigh escaped my lips when I saw you.

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🧠 What does suspiro mean?

Suspiro beautifully captures the act of sighing in Spanish. It represents that small, often involuntary exhale of breath that can express a wide range of emotions, from relief or contentment to longing, sadness, or even exasperation. Think of it as a little audible window into someone's feelings.

📚 Extra examples

  • Dio un suspiro de alivio al escuchar las buenas noticias.
    He breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing the good news.
  • Con un suspiro, cerró el libro.
    With a sigh, she closed the book.
  • Suspiró soñando con el viaje a España.
    She sighed, dreaming of the trip to Spain.
  • Escuché sus suspiros de frustración desde la otra habitación.
    I heard his sighs of frustration from the other room.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'sigh' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'sigh' is 'suspiro'.
How do you pronounce 'suspiro' in Spanish?
It's pronounced soo-SPEE-roh, with the emphasis on the second syllable.
How do you use 'suspiro' in a sentence?
You can use 'suspiro' as a noun: 'Dejó escapar un suspiro' (He let out a sigh). You can also use the verb 'suspirar' (to sigh): 'Ella suspiró profundamente' (She sighed deeply).
What is the English translation of 'suspiro'?
The English translation of 'suspiro' is 'sigh'.
Does 'suspiro' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'suspiro' can be plural: 'suspiros' (sighs).
Is 'suspiro' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'suspiro' and the verb 'suspirar' are fairly common in everyday conversation.
Does 'suspiro' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. 'Suspiro' is pretty straightforward in its meaning.
Is 'suspiro' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'suspiro' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "suspiro"

Synonyms: exhalación, quejido

💡 Did You Know?

In literature and poetry, 'suspiro' is often used romantically to express longing or lovesickness.

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