Selena Quintanilla
/selena kintaniʝa/from spelling rules
Selena Quintanilla is the name of a famous Mexican-American singer and songwriter in Spanish.
How do you pronounce it?
/selena kintaniʝa/
Did you know?
- In Spanish-language pop culture, the name 'Selena' is sometimes used as a generic symbol for the bridge between Mexican and American identities. This reflects her unique status as a bilingual icon in both cultures.
- The name Quintanilla is a diminutive form of Quinta, which historically referred to a small country estate or farm.
- In Spanish speaking cultures, Selena is often associated with the moon, as it is derived from the Greek word Selene.
Examples in context
- Me encanta la música de Selena Quintanilla.I love Selena Quintanilla's music.
- Selena Quintanilla fue una artista increíble.Selena Quintanilla was an incredible artist.
- ¿Has escuchado una canción de Selena Quintanilla?Have you heard a song by Selena Quintanilla?
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about music at a cafe.
- ElenaMi cantante favorita es Selena Quintanilla.My favorite singer is Selena Quintanilla.
- DanielA mí también me gusta mucho su voz.I really like her voice too.
- ElenaDaniel, ¿sabes qué canción es la más famosa de ella?Daniel, do you know which of her songs is the most famous?
- DanielCreo que es 'Como la Flor'.I think it is 'Como la Flor'.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
