Estimada (en. Dear)

/es.tiˈma.ða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who is held in high esteem.
The esteemed doctor was recognized for her humanitarian work.
La estimada doctora fue reconocida por su labor humanitaria.
A thing that is considered valuable or worthy of respect.
Your esteemed opinion was taken into account in the meeting.
Su estimada opinión fue tomada en cuenta en la reunión.
adjective
That is valued for its qualities or merits.
She is a respected professional in her field.
Es una estimada profesional en su campo.
It is employed in formal dealings to respectfully refer to someone.
It is a pleasure to serve the esteemed client.
Es un placer atender a la estimada clienta.

Etymology

From the verb 'estimar', which comes from the Latin 'aestimare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

esteemed madam
It is used to respectfully refer to a woman.
estimada señora
my dear friend
Friendly way to refer to a close friend.
mi estimada amiga
to the esteemed attention
Phrase used to start a formal letter.
a la estimada atención

Related Words

estimation
Valuation or judgment made about someone or something.
estimación
to estimate
To consider someone or something as valuable.
estimar
esteem
Feeling of appreciation and consideration towards someone.
estima

Slang Meanings

It refers to a woman who has a good reputation.
That girl is well regarded at the university.
Esa chica es bien estimada en la universidad.
It is used to indicate that someone is cherished by the group.
She is esteemed among her colleagues.
Es una estimada entre sus compañeros de trabajo.