General
vieja
What does vieja mean?
Informal term for one's girlfriend or wife (and sometimes mother); 'viejo' for the male partner.
"Salí con mi vieja al cine."
Origin
Literally 'old woman'; affectionate/informal for a partner.
Frequently asked questions
What does vieja mean?
Literally 'old woman', vieja is informal slang for one's girlfriend or wife, and sometimes one's mother; 'viejo' refers to the male partner.
Is calling your wife vieja offensive?
Within couples and families it's usually affectionate, but referring to a woman as 'vieja' out of context can sound dismissive, so tone matters.
Can vieja mean mom?
Yes, in some Mexican usage 'mi vieja' can affectionately mean one's mother, though it more often means one's wife or girlfriend.
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