Señora (en. Lady)

/seˈɲoɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Title of respect for a woman.
Mrs. Pérez arrived late to the meeting.
La señora Pérez llegó tarde a la reunión.
Married woman.
My wife always accompanies me to events.
Mi señora siempre me acompaña a los eventos.
Formal way to address a woman.
Ma'am, may I help you with something?
Señora, ¿puedo ayudarle con algo?

Etymology

From Latin 'seniora', meaning 'the elder'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

housewife
Woman in charge of the household.
señora de casa
dog owner
A way to refer to the owner of a dog.
señora del perro
headmistress
Title of respect for a woman who leads an educational institution.
señora rectora

Related Words

sir
Title of respect for a man.
señor
mother
Woman who has given birth or who has a maternal role.
madre
grandmother
Mother of one of the parents.
abuela

Slang Meanings

Colloquial way to refer to a housewife.
That lady is a very good cook.
Esa señora es muy buena cocinera.
Affectionate use among friends.
Come on, ma'am, how was your day?
Venga, señora, ¿qué tal su día?