Definition

A young woman or girl, especially one who is unmarried, often used in Portuguese-speaking countries.

Example

The senhorita at the café served us delicious pastries.

Conversation

I met a really interesting senhorita at the café yesterday.

Oh really? What was she like?

She was so friendly and had a great sense of humor.

That sounds awesome! I love meeting new people.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Senhorita is derived from the Portuguese word 'senhor' (meaning lord or gentleman) with the diminutive suffix '-ita' (meaning little or young). The term 'senhorita' refers to a young lady or miss, indicating a respectful form of address for an unmarried woman.

Memory Tip

Think of 'senhor' meaning lord and '-ita' suggesting something small or young, which helps you remember that 'senhorita' is a respectful term for a young lady.

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