srta.
“srta.” means “Miss” in Spanish (Title for an unmarried woman).
Miss
Also: Ms.
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La carta está dirigida a la Srta. Pérez.
A1The letter is addressed to Miss Pérez.
Por favor, entregue esto a la Srta. García en recepción.
A1Please give this to Miss García at reception.
Estimada Srta. López: Le escribo para confirmar nuestra reunión.
A2Dear Miss López: I am writing to confirm our meeting.
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Words that translate to "srta." in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: srta.
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You are writing a formal letter to a young, unmarried woman named Ana Rojas. How should you address her in the opening line?
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This is an abbreviation of the Spanish word 'señorita'. 'Señorita' comes from 'señora' (lady) plus the ending '-ita', which is used to make things seem smaller or more affectionate. So, it literally means 'little lady'.
First recorded: The full word 'señorita' appeared around the 16th century, and its abbreviation 'Srta.' became common in written correspondence later on.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it okay to use 'Srta.' for any woman if I don't know if she's married?
Traditionally, 'Srta.' is for unmarried women. For an adult woman, especially in a professional setting, using 'Sra.' (Señora) is often a safer and more modern choice if you're unsure of her marital status. It's becoming more common, similar to how 'Ms.' is used in English to avoid making assumptions.
Do I say 'srta.' out loud when I'm speaking?
No, you only use 'Srta.' in writing. When you are speaking, you always pronounce the full word: 'señorita'.