Spanish vocabulary · Beginner
Host in Spanish: Anfitrión
Anfitrión · noun · ahn-fee-tree-OHN
Anfitrión (masculine) or anfitriona (feminine) is the Spanish word for host, the person who receives and entertains guests. For a TV host, presentador is common.
ahn-fee-tree-OHN
El anfitrión nos recibió con mucha amabilidad.
The host welcomed us very kindly.
Host in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for host, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| anfitrión | host | ahn-fee-tree-OHN | Default, widely understood |
| anfitriona | host | feminine | |
| presentador | host | TV host |
How Native Speakers Use Anfitrión
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Party
La anfitriona preparó una cena deliciosa para todos.
The host prepared a delicious dinner for everyone.
Hosting a dinner party.
TV show
El presentador del programa es muy carismático.
The host of the show is very charismatic.
Describing a TV personality.
Event hosting
México será el país anfitrión del próximo campeonato.
Mexico will be the host country of the next championship.
Announcing a sporting event location.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Anfitrión
Using host as Spanish word
Incorrect: El host de la fiesta fue genial.
Correct: El anfitrión de la fiesta fue genial.
Host is an English word — in Spanish use anfitrión for event hosts.
Wrong gender form
Incorrect: Ella es un gran anfitrión.
Correct: Ella es una gran anfitriona.
For a female host, use anfitriona — Spanish nouns must agree in gender.
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Common Questions About Host in Spanish
- How do you say 'host' in Spanish?
- The word is anfitrión for a male host and anfitriona for a female host. For a TV or radio host, presentador or presentadora is more appropriate.
- How do you say 'to host' as a verb in Spanish?
- The verb form is ser anfitrión de or organizar — for example, Ella será la anfitriona de la reunión means She will host the meeting.
- What is the origin of the word anfitrión?
- The word comes from Amphitryon, a character in Greek mythology known for his generous hospitality — it entered Spanish through French.