Dueñas (en. Owners)
/dwenjas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A woman who has dominion or ownership over something.
The owners of the estate decided to sell it.
Las dueñas de la finca decidieron venderla.
Women who have power or control in a specific context.
The owners of the business are very successful.
Las dueñas del negocio son muy exitosas.
As a colloquial term, it can refer to women who are protectors.
She is the owner of her group of friends.
Ella es la dueña de su grupo de amigas.
Etymology
From Latin 'domina', which means 'woman who dominates or possesses'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Housewives
Women who manage the household.
dueñas de casa
To act as if one is in control
To act with authority or control in a situation.
hacer de dueña
Related Words
Owner (masculine)
A person who has ownership of something.
dueño
Domination
Control or power over something.
dominio
Property
A good that belongs to someone.
propiedad
Slang Meanings
A woman who makes important decisions in a group.
That girl is the owner among her friends.
Esa chica es la dueña entre sus amigas.
A strong and independent woman.
She is an owner who doesn't need anyone to succeed.
Ella es una dueña que no necesita a nadie para triunfar.