What is the Spanish word for "uncle"?

Learn how to say "uncle" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

uncle

Spanish

tío

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Examples of how to use "uncle" in Spanish

English
My uncle is visiting from another country.
Spanish
Mi tío está visitando desde otro país.
English
My uncle told a funny story yesterday.
Spanish
Mi tío contó una historia divertida ayer.
English
We will visit my uncle next weekend.
Spanish
Visitaremos a mi tío el próximo fin de semana.
English
Her uncle works at the local hospital.
Spanish
Su tío trabaja en el hospital local.
English
Can your uncle help me move tomorrow?
Spanish
¿Puede tu tío ayudarme a mudarme mañana?

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