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"Princess" in Spanish: princesa
la princesa
Princess is la princesa. It is feminine and pairs with el príncipe. Kids' books, costumes, and headlines all use princesa.
Picture book
La princesa abre la ventana alta.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce princesa
Say it
preen-SEH-sah
/pɾinˈse.sa/
preen-SEH-sah. Stress SEH. Soft final sah.
"Princess" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la princesa | the princess Royal daughters and fairy tales. | Royal daughters and fairy tales. |
| princesa heredera | crown princess Next in line, feminine. | Next in line, feminine. |
| disfraz de princesa | princess costume Parties and plays. | Parties and plays. |
| cuento de la princesa | the princess's story Children's reading. | Children's reading. |
How to use princesa in real life
- 1Picture book
La princesa abre la ventana alta.
The princess opens the high window.
Princesa is the storybook default.
- 2Costume shop
Busco un vestido de princesa rosa.
I'm looking for a pink princess dress.
Costume Spanish keeps princesa.
- 3School play
Las princesas salen juntas al escenario.
The princesses go on stage together.
Plural princesas for more than one.
Mistakes English speakers make with princesa
Incorrect: La princess canta en el balcón.
Correct: La princesa canta en el balcón.
Say princesa, not English princess.
Incorrect: El princesa entra al salón.
Correct: La princesa entra al salón.
Princesa is feminine. Use la.
Good to know
Good to knowCostume aisles across Latin America label dresses disfraz de princesa. Princesa stays common in kids' media without a local royal family.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Getting ready for a costume party
ChatPal
Tu amiga va de princesa esta noche.
Your friend is going as a princess tonight.
You
Sí. La princesa lleva una corona.
Yes. The princess wears a crown.
ChatPal
¿Ustedes se fotografían juntos?
Are you taking photos together?
You
Claro. En la puerta principal.
Of course. At the front door.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Princess" in Spanish
Is princesa feminine?
Yes. Always la princesa.
Princess vs prince?
Princesa is princess. Príncipe is prince.
How do I say princess costume?
Disfraz de princesa.
Plural form?
Las princesas.
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