Paola
/paola/from spelling rules
Paola is a Spanish female given name.
Which one should you use?
While Paola is the standard name, you may encounter the nickname Pao, which is used among close friends and family or Paolita, which is an informal variation used to express affection.
How do you pronounce it?
/paola/
Did you know?
- The name Paola originates from the Latin word paulus, meaning 'small' or 'humble'.
- If you meet someone named Paola in a very formal setting, calling her Paolita could actually be seen as overly familiar or even intrusive.
- The name Paola is the Spanish and Italian feminine form of Pablo, which is the equivalent of the English 'Paul'.
Examples in context
- Me gusta pasear con Paola en el parque.I enjoy walking with Paola in the park.
- Hoy voy a almorzar con Paola y su familia.Today, I'm having lunch with Paola and her family.
- ¡Feliz cumpleaños, Paola! Espero que tengas un gran día.Happy birthday, Paola! I hope you have a great day.
- Paola vive en Madrid.Paola lives in Madrid.
- ¿Conoces a Paola?Do you know Paola?
- Paola es mi mejor amiga.Paola is my best friend.
Example conversation
Javier and María are talking about a mutual friend.
- Javier¿Viste a Paola hoy?Did you see Paola today?
- MaríaNo, no la he visto.No, I haven't seen her.
- JavierCreo que Paola está enferma.I think Paola is sick.
- MaríaVoy a llamarla ahora.I am going to call her now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
