Spanish Conversation · Level 3
87 words
Spanish word
princesa
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾinˈθesa/
Meaning
- feminine nounprincess
Example
La princesa vive en el castillo.
The princess lives in the castle.
More examples
La princesa saludó a la multitud.
The princess greeted the crowd.
Core concept
Woman wearing a crown and ceremonial sash at a royal event.
Common phrases
la princesa
the princess
Similar words
príncipe: Male member of the royal family often involved in ceremonial duties and public roles.
rey: Male monarch who reigns as the country's head and performs official state functions.
reina: Female who represents the nation in public ceremonies and official functions.
heredera: Female designated to inherit a title, throne, or significant family property.
Definition in Spanish
Mujer que pertenece por nacimiento o por matrimonio a una familia real y tiene el título de princesa.
Word origin
From Latin princeps "first, chief" via Old French princesse, forming the feminine royal title in Spanish.
Usage tips
- As a term of endearment, mi princesa commonly addresses a romantic partner or a child and may sound too familiar in formal situations.
Opposites
- plebeyacommonernoun
Related words
- princesitalittle princessnoun