How to Say “Pretty Princess” in Spanish

linda princesa
/linda pɾinθesa/from spelling rules
The English phrase "pretty princess" is translated into Spanish as linda princesa.
linda princesa is used to describe a young girl or woman who is beautiful and resembles a princess.

Which one should you use?

While linda princesa means "pretty princess", you might use bella princesa to imply a higher degree of beauty or to adopt a more formal tone.

Is it said differently in some regions?

In Spain, the phrase Princesa guapa is used to mean "pretty princess".

How does it change in a sentence?

In the phrase linda princesa, the adjective linda precedes the noun princesa to emphasize the quality of being pretty.

How do you pronounce it?

/linda pɾinθesa/

Did you know?

  • In some contexts, calling a woman princesa in a nightclub or street setting can be perceived as a 'catcall' rather than a genuine compliment.
  • The word princesa is borrowed from the French word princesse.
  • In many Spanish-speaking cultures, you might hear someone refer to a beloved daughter as mi princesita, using the diminutive suffix -ita to add an extra layer of affection.

Examples in context

  • Ella es una bella princesa, siempre irradiando elegancia y bondad.
    She is a beautiful princess, always radiating elegance and kindness.
  • ¡Hola, mi preciosa princesita! ¿Quieres que te cuente un cuento antes de dormir?
    Hello, my precious little princess! Do you want me to tell you a bedtime story?
  • Siempre serás mi linda princesa, incluso cuando seas mayor.
    You will always be my lovely princess, even when you're older.
  • Eres una linda princesa.
    You are a pretty princess.
  • Mi hija es una linda princesa.
    My daughter is a pretty princess.
  • Ella parece una linda princesa con ese vestido.
    She looks like a pretty princess in that dress.

Example conversation

Daniel is complimenting Elena after she gets dressed up for a party.

  1. Daniel

    ¡Qué hermosa te ves hoy!
    You look so beautiful today!
  2. Elena

    Gracias, Daniel, es un vestido nuevo.
    Thanks, Daniel, it is a new dress.
  3. Daniel

    Pareces una linda princesa.
    You look like a pretty princess.
  4. Elena

    ¡Eres muy amable!
    You are very kind!

Sources

  • IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
  • Word origins: Wiktionary entries princesa, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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