Laura
/ˈlauɾa/feminine
Laura is the Spanish equivalent of the female given name Laura.
Laura is a feminine given name.
Meaning: female given name (name)
Which one should you use?
While Laura is the standard form, you may encounter the diminutive Laurita used as an endearing nickname or the shortened version Lau used casually among friends and peers.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The formal address Doña Laura is used to address someone with respect, especially in some Latin American countries.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈlauɾa/
Did you know?
- The name Laura gained immense popularity in the Spanish-speaking world partly due to the influence of Petrarch's poetry and the idealization of the woman he loved.
- Spanish speakers might use the word laureado to describe someone who has received a high honor, which shares the same root as Laura.
- The name Laura is derived from the Latin word for 'laurel', a plant used to create crowns for victors in ancient times.
Examples in context
- Mi nombre es Laura.My name is Laura.This sentence is useful for introducing yourself using Laura.Tatoeba #13372334 by Lernema, translation #13371801 by rul
- Laura, ¿eres una profesora?Laura, are you a teacher?This sentence shows how to address someone directly using Laura.Tatoeba #1136024 by Shishir, translation #1334507 by CN
- Laura es muy particular con su ropa.Laura is very particular about her clothes.This sentence illustrates a description of a person using Laura.Tatoeba #1626752 by teskmon, translation #29395 by CN
- ¡Hola, Laura! ¿Cómo estás hoy?Hello, Laura! How are you today?
- Laura, ¿podrías ayudarme con este problema?Laura, could you help me with this issue?
- Les presento a Laura, mi hermana.I would like to introduce you to Laura, my sister.
- ¡Vamos al cine, Laurita!Let's go to the movies, Laurita!
- Muchas gracias por tu ayuda, Laura.Thank you very much for your help, Laura.
- 20 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Daniel asks Maria about a mutual friend.
- María¿Has hablado con Laura hoy?Have you spoken with Laura today?
- DanielNo, todavía no he visto a Laura.No, I haven't seen Laura yet.
- MaríaCreo que Laura llega tarde.I think Laura is arriving late.
- DanielEspero que Laura llegue pronto.I hope Laura arrives soon.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “laura” translations and entries Laura, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Laura, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
