Regina
/rexina/from spelling rules
Regina is a female given name in Spanish.
Regina is used as a female first name.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In certain Latin American regions, the endearing variation Reginita is used.
How do you pronounce it?
/rexina/
Did you know?
- The Spanish name Regina shares the same root as the English word 'regal', describing something fit for a monarch.
- The name Regina comes from the Latin word for 'queen', and in Spanish, the word for 'queen' is reina.
- In Spanish, Regina is often associated with the Virgin Mary, specifically through the title Regina Coeli, meaning 'Queen of Heaven'.
Examples in context
- Buenos días, Señora Regina. ¿Cómo se encuentra hoy?Good morning, Mrs. Regina. How are you today?
- ¡Hola, Regina! ¿Cómo estás? Espero que tengas un buen díaHi, Regina! How are you? I hope you have a great day
- Hola, me llamo Regina.Hello, my name is Regina.
- Regina es mi mejor amiga.Regina is my best friend.
- ¿Es Regina tu hermana?Is Regina your sister?
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a girl they know at a cafe.
- María¿Conoces a Regina?Do you know Regina?
- MateoSí, Regina es muy simpática.Yes, Regina is very nice.
- MaríaElla estudia con nosotros.She studies with us.
- MateoEs una chica muy inteligente.She is a very intelligent girl.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
