Rihanna
/rjanna/from spelling rules
Rihanna is the Spanish name for the famous Barbadian singer and businesswoman.
How do you pronounce it?
/rjanna/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, when referring to her as la Rihanna, the addition of the article 'la' indicates a level of familiarity or a specific social relationship with the person.
- Because the name Rihanna begins with 'R', Spanish speakers naturally produce a strong, trilled sound that is much more forceful than the English 'R' in the singer's name.
- Spanish speakers often refer to her as la cantante, because in Spanish, professions are preceded by a definite article.
Examples in context
- Me gusta mucho la música de Rihanna. Esa canción de 'Umbrella' es un éxito en todo el mundo.I really like Rihanna's music. That song 'Umbrella' is a hit worldwide.
- Me encanta la música de Rihanna.I love Rihanna's music.
- ¿Has visto el nuevo video de Rihanna?Have you seen Rihanna's new video?
- Rihanna es una cantante muy famosa.Rihanna is a very famous singer.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about music in a cafe.
- Mateo¿Cuál es tu cantante favorita?Who is your favorite singer?
- LucíaMi favorita es Rihanna.My favorite is Rihanna.
- MateoA mí también me gusta mucho.I like her a lot too.
- LucíaElla tiene canciones increíbles.She has incredible songs.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
