Madeline
/madeline/from spelling rules
Madeline is a female given name in Spanish.
Meaning: female given name (name)
How do you pronounce it?
/madeline/
Did you know?
- In Spain, 'una magdalena' is a common way to refer to a small, sponge-like cake, which is a much more common daily usage than the name itself.
- While Madeline is used, the traditional Spanish equivalent is Magdalena. This name refers to Mary Magdalene and is widely associated with the town of Magdala.
- In Spain, the name Magdalena is linked to the feast day of Saint Mary Magdalene, celebrated on July 22.
Examples in context
- Buenos días, ¿está usted bien, Magdalena?Good morning, are you well, Madeline?
- Ella se llama Madeline.Her name is Madeline.
- ¿Es Madeline tu hermana?Is Madeline your sister?
- Madeline vive en Madrid.Madeline lives in Madrid.
Example conversation
María and Daniel are talking about a mutual friend.
- María¿Conoces a Madeline?Do you know Madeline?
- DanielSí, Madeline es muy amable.Yes, Madeline is very kind.
- MaríaElla es una buena amiga.She is a good friend.
- DanielEs verdad, me gusta mucho su compañía.It's true, I really like her company.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
