Martina (en. Martina)
/maʁˈtina/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Female proper name.
Martina is a popular name in many Spanish-speaking countries.
Martina es un nombre popular en muchos países de habla hispana.
It is sometimes used as a nickname or diminutive.
My friends call me Tina, as a loving form of Martina.
Mis amigos me llaman Tina, como una forma cariñosa de Martina.
Etymology
Martina is a name derived from the Latin 'Martin', which means 'of the god Mars'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
There is no martina without macarena.
It refers to the idea that there is no fun without music.
No hay martina sin macarena
Related Words
Martín
A masculine name that is the male form of Martina.
Martín
Martina del río
It refers to a region in some Spanish-speaking countries.
Martina del río
Slang Meanings
It is sometimes used to refer to a fun girl.
She is a real martina at the party.
Ella es una verdadera martina en la fiesta.
It can refer to a mischievous or playful person.
That girl is very martina, she is always up to mischief.
Esa niña es muy martina, siempre está haciendo travesuras.