Niña (en. Little girl)

/niˈɲa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Definition: A girl is a female person who is in the stage of childhood.

Example sentence: The girl plays in the park.

La niña juega en el parque.

Definition: A term used to refer to a younger daughter.

Example sentence: My girl is learning to read.

Mi niña está aprendiendo a leer.

Definition: It can be used to describe a young girl who shows characteristics of innocence or sweetness.

Example sentence: That girl has a charming smile.

Esa niña tiene una sonrisa encantadora.

Etymology/Origin: From the Latin 'puella', meaning 'girl' or 'young woman'.

Phrase: apple of my eye

Meaning: Expression that denotes a lot of affection towards a girl.

niña de mis ojos

Phrase: to be a schoolgirl

Meaning: Refers to a girl who attends elementary school.

ser una niña de colegio

Phrase: child prodigy

Meaning: Girl who stands out for her exceptional skills in a particular area.

niña prodigio

Related word: childhood

Description: Stage of life that encompasses childhood.

niñez

Related word: mother

Description: Woman who has given birth to or raised a girl.

madre

Related word: education

Description: The process of teaching a girl in different aspects.

educación

Meaning: Girl who behaves in a mischievous or disobedient manner.

Example: That girl is a real little devil.

Esa niña es un verdadero diablillo.

Meaning: Endearing term for a small girl.

Example: My little one is a very sweet girl.

Mi chiquitita es una niña muy dulce.