Ángela (en. Angela)

/ˈaŋ.ɡe.la/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A feminine proper name that originates from Greek 'angelos', meaning 'messenger'.
Ángela is a very loyal friend.
Ángela es una amiga muy leal.
A name associated with characteristics such as kindness and protection.
My sister's name is Ángela and she always takes care of us.
Mi hermana se llama Ángela y siempre cuida de nosotros.

Etymology

From Greek 'ángelos', meaning 'messenger'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Guardian angel
Refers to a spiritual being believed to protect a person.
Ángel de la guarda
To eat like an angel
Expression that means to eat healthily.
Comer como un ángel

Related Words

ángel
Spiritual being considered a messenger of God.
ángel
angelical
Having the qualities of an angel; pure and kind-hearted.
angelical

Slang Meanings

Colloquial use to refer to someone who always helps.
You’re such an ángela, you’re always there to lend a hand.
Eres un ángela, siempre estás ahí para echarnos una mano.
Sometimes used to refer to someone naïve or easily influenced.
Don’t be so ángela, you have to be careful with people.
No seas tan ángela, hay que tener cuidado con la gente.