Daniela
Daniela is a female given name in Italian.
Which one should you use?
Dani is a common informal shortening of Daniela. For added formality, one might use Signora Daniela or, if the person holds a doctorate, Dott.ssa Daniela.
Did you know?
- The name Daniela is often associated with the 'onomastico', a celebration of the saint's day, which is treated similarly to a birthday in some Italian families.
- While Daniela is a common name in Italy, the masculine version Daniel is rarely used by Italians, who prefer the version Daniele.
- In formal Italian correspondence, if Daniela is a professional, the title Dott.ssa is used regardless of whether her degree is in medicine or another field.
Examples in context
- Ciao, Dani!Hi, Dani!
- Buongiorno, Daniela. Sono lieto di conoscerla.Good morning, Daniela. I am pleased to meet you.
- Ciao, Dani! Come stai?Hi, Dani! How are you?
- Daniela è molto simpatica.Daniela is very nice.
- Ho incontrato Daniela ieri.I met Daniela yesterday.
- Questa è la mia amica Daniela.This is my friend Daniela.
Example conversation
Sofia and Francesco are talking about a mutual friend.
- FrancescoConosci Daniela?Do you know Daniela?
- SofiaSì, Daniela è una mia collega.Yes, Daniela is a colleague of mine.
- FrancescoÈ una persona molto gentile.She is a very kind person.
- SofiaSì, sono d'accordo.Yes, I agree.
