Jemma
/xemma/from spelling rules
Jemma is a female given name in Spanish.
Jemma is used as a female given name.
How do you pronounce it?
/xemma/
Did you know?
- While the name sounds English, a Spanish speaker reading it aloud will pronounce the 'J' as a breathy 'h' sound, as in 'José'.
- The name 'Jemma' is often a variant of the name 'Gema', which translates literally to 'gem' or 'precious-stone' in English.
- If a Spanish speaker sees the spelling 'Jemma', they may assume the person has English or Italian roots.
Examples in context
- Jemma es mi mejor amiga.Jemma is my best friend.
- ¿Conoces a Jemma?Do you know Jemma?
- Hoy es el cumpleaños de Jemma.Today is Jemma's birthday.
Example conversation
María and Daniel are talking about their mutual friend in a cafe.
- María¿Has visto a Jemma hoy?Have you seen Jemma today?
- DanielNo, no he visto a Jemma.No, I haven't seen Jemma.
- MaríaElla me llamó esta mañana.She called me this morning.
- DanielTal vez esté en su casa.Maybe she is at her house.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
