mija
Mija (noun) means a Spanish term of affection for a woman or girl, similar to "sweetheart" or "dear". Example: “Ven aquí, mija, her grandmother said warmly.”
How to use mija
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA warm, affectionate way to address a girl or woman, common in Spanish-speaking families and communities.
Informal and affectionate, used mostly with family or close friends.
Word forms
mijas plural
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Ven aquí, _____, her grandmother said warmly.
Etymology
A contraction of Spanish mi hija, "my daughter".
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What does “mija” mean?
The word “mija” means a Spanish term of affection for a woman or girl, similar to "sweetheart" or "dear". In plain terms, a warm, affectionate way to address a girl or woman, common in Spanish-speaking families and communities.
How do you use “mija” in a sentence?
Here is “mija” used in a sentence: “Ven aquí, mija, her grandmother said warmly.”
What part of speech is “mija”?
“Mija” is a noun.
Where does the word “mija” come from?
The word “mija” comes from Spanish. A contraction of Spanish mi hija, "my daughter".
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