Nora
/noɾa/from spelling rules
Nora is the Spanish form of the female given name Norah.
Nora is used as a female given name in Spanish-speaking contexts.
How do you pronounce it?
/noɾa/
Did you know?
- While Nora is common, it is frequently confused with the word nora, which in some regional Spanish contexts refers to a type of water wheel or irrigation system.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, if you meet someone named Nora, they might be addressed as Norita by friends or family to show affection.
- The name Nora is a popular choice in Spain, but unlike some traditional Spanish names, it does not have a required 'saint's day' associated with it in the traditional Catholic calendar.
Examples in context
- Hola, Norita. ¿Vamos al cine esta tarde?Hello, Norah. Shall we go to the cinema this afternoon?
- Hola, Nora.Hello, Nora.
- Nora es una buena amiga.Nora is a good friend.
- ¿Viene Nora a la fiesta?Is Nora coming to the party?
Example conversation
Daniel and María are talking about a mutual friend at a cafe.
- Daniel¿Has visto a Nora hoy?Have you seen Nora today?
- MaríaNo, no he visto a Nora.No, I haven't seen Nora.
- DanielQué extraño, ella siempre viene aquí.How strange, she always comes here.
- MaríaQuizás Nora está trabajando.Maybe Nora is working.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
