Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
senhorita
noun
/sen-yo-‘ree-tah/
Definition
A term used in Portuguese that translates to ‘miss’ or ‘young lady’ in English, often used as a title of respect for an unmarried woman.
Examples
- Senhorita, você poderia me ajudar com isso?
- She introduced herself as Senhorita Silva during the meeting.
- As a senhorita, she represents the ideals of youth and elegance.
Meaning
It is a respectful form of address for a young woman, typically used in formal situations or when the marital status is unknown.
Synonyms
- Miss
- Young lady
- Maiden
