Juanita (en. Juanita)
/xwaˈnita/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Affectionate or endearing diminutive of the name Juan.
Juanita has always been a very kind girl.
Juanita siempre ha sido una chica muy amable.
Common name in some Spanish-speaking countries.
The Juanita of the class is very talented in art.
La Juanita de la clase es muy talentosa en el arte.
Etymology
It comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan, which means 'God is compassionate'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Juanita at home
Expression used to refer to someone who is very popular or beloved in their community.
Juanita en la casa
Take Juanita
It refers to taking someone with affection or in good company.
Llevar a Juanita
Related Words
Juana
Feminine name that has a similar origin and is also used in several countries.
Juana
Juan
Masculine name from which Juanita and other diminutives derive.
Juan
Slang Meanings
Affection for someone named Juanita.
That girl is a juanita, she likes to help everyone.
Esa chica es una juanita, le gusta ayudar a todos.
Fun and charismatic girl.
That party was full of juanitas, everyone had fun.
Esa fiesta fue de juanitas, todos se divirtieron.