señora
nounCEFR A1High frequency
What does “señora” mean in English?
madam
Example sentences
Buenos días, señora García.
Good morning, Mrs García.
La señora pregunta por ti.
The lady is asking for you.
Sí, señora.
Yes, ma'am.
How to use it
Señora means 'Mrs.' or 'lady' / 'madam'. Feminine: la señora. Abbreviation: Sra. Used for married women historically; now sometimes for any adult woman.
Common mistake
Señora suggests married / older. For young / unmarried, señorita is traditional but sometimes considered outdated. Modern usage tends toward señora for any adult woman.