diva
/ˈdiba/feminine
The Spanish word for "diva" is diva.
The term is used to refer to a female celebrity. You may also use the word Estrella, which translates to "star", to describe a diva-like figure.
Meaning: female celebrity (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈdiba/
Did you know?
- While diva refers to a celebrity, the Spanish language uses the term divismo to describe the specific psychological phenomenon of a star becoming obsessed with their own fame.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, calling someone a diva can be a stinging insult rather than a compliment. While it can mean a star, it often implies the person is 'difficult', 'spoiled', or 'unreasonably demanding' in social settings.
- While diva describes a celebrity, the word divino is often used in daily Spanish conversation to describe anything that tastes or looks wonderful, such as a 'divine' cake.
Examples in context
- Ella es una diva en el escenarioShe is a diva on stage
- Es una estrella con una gran personalidadShe is a star with a great personality
- Ella es una diva de la ópera.She is an opera diva.
- La diva no quiere salir del camerino.The diva does not want to leave the dressing room.
- Esa diva siempre tiene mucha clase.That diva always has a lot of class.
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are discussing a concert they attended.
- ElenaLa cantante fue una verdadera diva.The singer was a true diva.
- JavierSí, su voz es increíble.Yes, her voice is incredible.
- ElenaParece que nació para ser una diva.It seems she was born to be a diva.
- JavierDefinitivamente tiene mucho talento.She definitely has a lot of talent.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “diva” translations and entries diva, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
