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Puerto Rican Spanish
Nena
Used when referring affectionately to a child or young person.
Literal Meaning
Girl
Actual Meaning
Kid or young person
Examples in Context

La nena de mi hermano va a cumplir diez años.

Mira a esa nena jugando en el parque.

Esos nenes son muy traviesos. (Those kids are very mischievous.)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Pay attention to the tone of voice used when saying 'nena'; it can convey warmth or familiarity.
  • 2The term is commonly used in casual settings among friends or family, making it a friendly and informal way to refer to young people.
  • 3In Puerto Rican Spanish, 'nena' can refer to both boys and girls, but it is often used affectionately for children.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
Chiquito
Kiddo
Youth
Minor
Moro
Güiro
Child
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