Baronesa (en. Baroness)

/ba.ɾoˈne.sa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Title of nobility positioned below a count.
The baroness attended the gala in her elegant dress.
La baronesa asistió a la gala en su elegante vestido.
Woman who holds the title of baron in her own right or by marriage.
The baroness of the royal family is known for her philanthropy.
La baronesa de la familia real es conocida por su filantropía.
Title that carries certain privileges in the realm of nobility.
The baroness was a regular guest at court events.
La baronesa era invitada habitual en los eventos de la corte.

Etymology

From French 'baron', which in turn comes from Latin 'baro', meaning 'man' or 'warrior'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

baroness life
reference to a life of luxury and privilege.
vida de baronesa
to seem like a baroness
indicates that someone has a distinguished style or bearing.
parecer una baronesa
baroness of the night
a person who stands out in nightlife, seemingly successful and glamorous.
baronesa de la noche

Related Words

baron
Male noble title equivalent to the baroness.
barón
noble
Person of high social hierarchy.
noble
aristocracy
Privileged social class composed of nobles.
aristocracia

Slang Meanings

Woman who acts with pretensions of grandeur.
Don't be so baroness, you don't have that style.
No seas tan baronesa, que no tienes ese estilo.
Person who puts on airs of elegance without having the means.
That girl acts like a baroness, but lives with her mother.
Esa chica actúa como una baronesa, pero vive con su madre.