Chica (en. Girl)

/ˈtʃika/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A young woman or teenager.
The girl who sits next to me is very nice.
La chica que se sienta a mi lado es muy simpática.
An informal term to refer to a friend or acquaintance.
I'm going out with some girls this weekend.
Voy a salir con unas chicas este fin de semana.
A woman who has a romantic or sentimental relationship.
She is the girl Juan likes.
Ella es la chica que le gusta a Juan.

Etymology

From the Latin 'cica', meaning 'girl' or 'young woman'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

girl from the neighborhood
A woman who comes from a popular neighborhood.
chica de barrio
good girl
A woman who behaves correctly or exemplarily.
chica buena
bad girl
A woman who is considered rebellious or uninhibited.
chica mala

Related Words

girl
Very young woman, generally underage.
niña
woman
Adult female person.
mujer
friend
Female person who maintains a friendship.
amiga

Slang Meanings

Girl who is attractive or popular among young people.
She is the girl of the moment at school.
Ella es la chica del momento en la escuela.
Girl who participates in nightlife or parties.
That girl is always at the best parties.
Esa chica siempre está en las mejores fiestas.