Donna (en. Woman)

/ˈdona/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Woman of distinction or nobility.
The donna of the court always dressed very elegantly.
La donna de la corte siempre vestía con gran elegancia.
It is used as a title of respect for a woman.
Donna María is an expert in art.
Donna María es una experta en arte.
In certain contexts, it refers to a woman who stands out in her field.
She is a donna of Spanish cinema.
Ella es una donna del cine español.

Etymology

From Italian 'donna', which means 'woman'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

noble woman
Woman of nobility or with elevated status.
donna noble
women in vogue
Women who are fashionable or influential.
donne en vogue
woman of great class
Woman of great class or distinction.
donna di gran classe

Related Words

don
Term used to refer to men with a title of respect.
don
maiden
Young woman, often of status, who has not been married.
doncella
lady
Woman of high regard or nobility.
dama

Slang Meanings

Attractive or desired girl.
That donna at the party caught everyone's attention.
Esa donna en la fiesta llamó la atención de todos.
Strong and independent woman.
She is a true donna, always fights for what she wants.
Es una verdadera donna, siempre lucha por lo que quiere.