Cara
2 synonyms for Cara, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A female given name.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A 20th-century English coinage, likely inspired by Italian cara ("dear") or Irish cara ("friend").
Full origin of Cara →Frequently asked questions
What does “Cara” mean?
The word “Cara” means a female given name.
How do you use “Cara” in a sentence?
Here is “Cara” used in a sentence: “Cara moved to London last spring.”
What part of speech is “Cara”?
“Cara” is a name.
Where does the word “Cara” come from?
The word “Cara” dates back to around 1900 and comes from Italian. A 20th-century English coinage, likely inspired by Italian cara ("dear") or Irish cara ("friend").
Is “Cara” a common word?
“Cara” is an uncommon word in modern English.
