femenina
“femenina” means “feminine” in Spanish (Characteristic of women or girls).
feminine, female
Also: womanly
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Mi hermana tiene una voz muy femenina.
A1My sister has a very feminine voice.
La selección femenina de fútbol ganó el campeonato.
A2The women's (female) soccer team won the championship.
Prefiere la moda más clásica y femenina.
B1She prefers more classic and feminine fashion.
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Which sentence correctly uses the adjective 'femenina'?
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This word comes from the Latin term *femininus*, which itself is based on *femina*, the Latin word for 'woman'. It has been used in Spanish for centuries to describe things related to women or the female sex.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'femenina' and 'femenino'?
'Femenina' is the form used when describing a singular feminine noun (like 'mesa' or 'casa'). 'Femenino' is the form used when describing a singular masculine noun (like 'estilo' or 'cuerpo'). They both mean 'feminine' or 'female'.
Can 'femenina' be used to describe a man?
Yes, but only in the context of describing a quality or characteristic associated with women that the man possesses. For example, 'Tiene un lado femenino muy desarrollado' (He has a very developed feminine side). Note that in this case, the noun 'lado' (side) is masculine, so we use 'femenino', not 'femenina'.