Fermina (en. Fermina)

/ferˈmina/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A feminine name of Spanish origin.
Fermina is a very traditional name in some regions of Spain.
Fermina es un nombre muy tradicional en algunas regiones de España.
Used as a symbol of love and affection in literature.
The character of Fermina in 'Love in the Time of Cholera' is memorable.
El personaje de Fermina en 'El amor en los tiempos del cólera' es memorable.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin name 'Ferminus', which means 'firm'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Fermina Daza
Main character in the novel 'Love in the Time of Cholera' by Gabriel García Márquez.
Fermina Daza
Oblivion of Fermina
Reference to the lack of attention towards Fermina in certain stories.
Olvido de Fermina

Related Words

Fermín
Related masculine name.
Fermín
Fermina
Another way to refer to Fermina.
Fermina

Slang Meanings

To refer to a firm woman.
That girl is a true fermina, she never lets herself be manipulated.
Esa chica es una verdadera fermina, nunca se deja manipular.
Used in a romantic context to refer to a girlfriend.
She is my fermina, I love her madly.
Ella es mi fermina, la amo con locura.