Definition

A title used to address an unmarried woman in Italian-speaking regions, similar to 'Miss' in English.

Example

The signorina at the café greeted us with a warm smile.

Conversation

I met a lovely signorina at the café yesterday.

Oh really? What was she like?

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

Sounds charming! I love meeting new people.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Signorina is derived from the Italian word "signore" (meaning lord or gentleman) with the diminutive suffix "-ina" (meaning little or young). The term "signorina" refers to a young lady or an unmarried woman, literally translating to 'little lady' or 'young lady'.

Memory Tip

Think of 'signore' meaning lord or gentleman, and the '-ina' suffix indicating something small or young. This helps you remember that 'signorina' refers to a young lady.

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