Condesa (en. Countess)

/konˈdesa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Woman who holds the title of count in the nobility system.
The countess of the region organized an elegant ball.
La condesa de la región organizó un elegante baile.
High-society woman who may not have a formal noble title.
The countess was known for her influence in fashion.
La condesa era conocida por su influencia en la moda.

Etymology

From the Latin 'comitessa', which is the feminine of 'comes', meaning count.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The countess of
Phrase used to refer to a noblewoman, often highlighting her social status.
la condesa de
To be like a countess
Expression that indicates someone lives in luxury or has a very distinguished manner.
ser como una condesa

Related Words

Count
Masculine noble title corresponding to the countess.
conde
Noble
Person belonging to the nobility.
noble
Aristocracy
Privileged social class that includes nobles.
aristocracia

Slang Meanings

Used to describe a woman who acts with excessive sophistication.
That girl behaves like a countess, always so elegant.
Esa chica se comporta como una condesa, siempre tan elegante.
Referring ironically to someone who takes too many liberties.
Don't be a countess, you don't command here.
No seas condesa, tú no mandas aquí.