Patricia
/paˈtɾiθja/feminine
Patricia is the Spanish form of the female given name Patricia.
Patricia is used as a female given name. In informal settings, the popular nickname Paty is often used.
Meaning: female given name (name)
How do you pronounce it?
/paˈtɾiθja/
Did you know?
- In certain Latin American slang, the word patricia can be used as an adjective to describe someone who acts with excessive poshness or snobbery.
- Because 'Paty' ends in a vowel, it is common in Spanish to use it with certain articles like 'la Paty' in very informal, regional speech.
- In certain contexts, the name Patricia has been used in rhymes with pata, meaning 'duck' or 'leg'.
Examples in context
- Patricia organizará el torneo.Patricia will organize the tournament.This sentence shows Patricia performing an action.Tatoeba #1297968 by marcelostockle, translation #35126 by CN
- El nombre de mi hermana es Patricia.My sister's name is Patricia.This sentence is useful for stating someone's name using Patricia.Tatoeba #1455860 by marcelostockle, translation #251892 by CN
- Patricia se acercó a la casa.Patricia approached the house.This sentence shows Patricia moving toward a location.Tatoeba #456594 by lukaszpp, translation #456593 by lukaszpp
- Paty, ¿estás lista para la fiesta?Patsy, are you ready for the party?
Example conversation
Javier is asking María about a coworker.
- Javier¿Dónde está Patricia?Where is Patricia?
- MaríaPatricia está en una reunión.Patricia is in a meeting.
- JavierNecesito hablar con Patricia pronto.I need to speak with Patricia soon.
- MaríaElla volverá en diez minutos.She will be back in ten minutes.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “patricia” translations and entries Patricia, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries patricia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
