Doncella (en. Maid)

/donˈθe.ʎa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A young, unmarried woman of good reputation.
In ancient literature, the maiden was often the protagonist of love stories.
En la antigua literatura, la doncella era a menudo la protagonista de historias de amor.
A woman who possesses qualities of purity and modesty.
The maiden in the story symbolized virtue and innocence.
La doncella de la historia simbolizaba la virtud y la inocencia.
In some cultures, the maiden was seen as a symbol of happiness and prosperity.
The maiden's marriage to a prince brought fortune to the kingdom.
El matrimonio de la doncella con un príncipe traía fortuna al reino.

Etymology

From Latin 'doncella', which means 'young' or 'virgin'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

maid of honor
Refers to a young woman who accompanies the bride at a wedding.
doncella de honor
the maiden and the dragon
Fable that symbolizes the salvation or rescue of a woman in danger.
la doncella y el dragón

Related Words

virginity
State of a person who has not had sexual relations.
virginidad
youth
Person who is in the stage of youth.
joven
purity
Quality of what is not mixed or contaminated.
pureza

Slang Meanings

An idealized woman in romantic situations.
She always looks for her maiden on dates, someone to share her life with.
Siempre busca a su doncella en las citas, alguien con quien compartir su vida.
A woman who acts with innocence or naivety.
She behaves like a maiden in the work world, not understanding the complexities.
Ella se comporta como una doncella en el mundo del trabajo, sin entender las complejidades.