novio
Novio is a masculine noun in Spanish that refers to a male partner in a romantic relationship. It is commonly used to describe a boyfriend or dating partner. In some contexts, it can also denote a fiancé or betrothed, but for formal engagement the terms prometido or prometida are preferred; regional usage varies and some speakers extend "novio" to an engaged partner as well. The feminine form is novia, used for a girlfriend or female partner.
Noviazgo refers to the state or period of being in a romantic relationship, typically with some degree
The word's etymology traces to Latin novus meaning new, via Old Spanish or early Spanish, reflecting the
Related terms include pareja (neutral for partner or couple), prometido/prometida (engaged partner), and cortejo (courtship).