Spanish · Family & People
Niña
Girl
Beginnernoun
Definition
A young female person.
Example
La niña aprende a leer.
The girl is learning to read.
Etymology
'Niña' is derived from the feminine form of 'niño'. It has consistently been employed in the Spanish language to refer to girls, typically underage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Niña' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, particularly in informal settings, well understood in all Spanish-speaking cultures.