Signora (en. Lady)

[siɲˈɲoːra]

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Title of respect or civility for a woman, especially in Italy.
Mrs. Rossi is very beloved in her neighborhood.
La signora Rossi est très aimée dans son quartier.
Used to refer to a married woman or an adult woman.
He asked the madam if she wanted coffee.
Il a demandé à la signora si elle voulait du café.

Etymology

From Italian 'signora', derived from 'signore', which refers to a man.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ladies and gentlemen
Mister and Madam, used to address an audience.
signora e signore
how are you, madam?
How are you, madam?
come va, signora?
dearest madam
Dear madam, often used in formal correspondence.
carissimo signora

Related Words

signore
Title of civility for a man in Italian.
signore
signorina
Title for a young girl or an unmarried woman.
signorina
signor
Mr. or mister in Italian.
signor

Slang Meanings

A familiar way of addressing a woman with respect.
Hey, madam, are you coming to the party tonight?
Eh, signora, tu viens à la fête ce soir ?