inglesa (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Inglesa is an adjective in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

IPA: /iŋˈɡlesa/

Translation Options into English

• English (referring to the language)
• English (referring to a person from England, feminine form)

Meaning and Usage

Inglesa refers to something or someone that is associated with England or the English language. It can describe a female person from England or anything pertaining to the English culture or language. The term is frequently used in both oral and written contexts, often encountered in conversations about nationality, language studies, and cultural references.

Example Sentences

1. Ella es una inglesa que vive aquí.
   She is an Englishwoman who lives here.

2. Me gusta la literatura inglesa.
   I like English literature.

3. Aprendí inglés de una profesora inglesa.
   I learned English from an English teacher.

Idiomatic Expressions

The word "inglesa" itself is not commonly found in idiomatic expressions in Spanish. However, it can be part of expressions that elaborate on English culture or influence:

1. A la inglesa.
   In the English style.
   (Referring often to a way of doing things that is typically English, such as tea time.)

2. Hablar inglés como un inglés.
   To speak English like an English person.
   (Often used to denote fluency or a native-like proficiency in the English language.)

3. Los ingleses siempre son puntuales.
   The English are always punctual.
   (An expression regarding the stereotype of English punctuality.)

Etymology

The word inglesa originates from the Latin word "Anglicus," which means "English" and is derived from "Anglia," referring to England. Its evolution in Romance languages retained the association with English identity and the characteristics of the English language.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms - Británica (British) - Anglosajona (Anglo-Saxon)

Antonyms - Francesa (French)
- Española (Spanish)