A1 — Beginnernoun
donna
woman
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
signorafemminadamasignorinaragazza
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
uomomaschiosignoreragazzo
Usage note
'Signora' is a polite form of address (Mrs/Ms). 'Signorina' traditionally refers to an unmarried young woman. 'Femmina' is the biological/animal term and can sound blunt in casual speech.
Example
"Quella donna lavora come medico in un ospedale pubblico."
"That woman works as a doctor in a public hospital."
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