Gabriela
/ɡaˈbɾjela/
Gabriela is the Spanish form of the female given name Gabrielle.
How do you pronounce it?
/ɡaˈbɾjela/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, names like Gabriela are often paired in double names, such as María Gabriela, which is a common traditional naming pattern.
- In certain Spanish-speaking regions, adding the suffix '-ita' to create Gabrielita is a common way to express endearment.
- While Gabriela is a common given name, the word 'gabela' exists in Spanish, though it refers to a historical tax or tribute rather than a person.
Examples in context
- Encantado/a de conocerla, Gabrielle.Nice to meet you, Gabrielle.
- Gabriela es mi mejor amiga.Gabriela is my best friend.
- ¿Conoces a Gabriela?Do you know Gabriela?
- Gabriela vive en Madrid.Gabriela lives in Madrid.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a woman they both know.
- ElenaHola Alejandro, ¿has visto a Gabriela?Hello Alejandro, have you seen Gabriela?
- AlejandroNo, no he visto a Gabriela hoy.No, I haven't seen Gabriela today.
- ElenaElla me llamó esta mañana.She called me this morning.
- AlejandroTal vez ella esté en su casa.Maybe she is at her house.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Gabriela, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
