Muchacha (en. Girl)
/muˈt͡ʃat͡ʃa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A young or adolescent woman.
The girl is studying in the library.
La muchacha está estudiando en la biblioteca.
Woman in general, although it can be used informally.
That girl has a lot of talent.
Esa muchacha tiene mucho talento.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'mūnīca' which referred to a young woman.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fire girl
An attractive woman.
muchacha de fuego
girl for everything
A woman who serves for everything.
muchacha para todo
street girl
Refers to a young woman who lives on the street or is poor.
muchacha de la calle
Related Words
girl
A young person still in childhood.
niña
woman
An adult human of the female sex.
mujer
chick
Synonym of girl, generally refers to a young woman.
chica
Slang Meanings
Girl
That girl dances very well.
Esa chava baila muy bien.
Baby
Hi baby, how are you?
Hola nena, ¿cómo estás?
Girl
The girl is at the party.
La piba está en la fiesta.