sɐ̃ˈʒoʁɐ

Definitions

1. noun

a Portuguese honorific term used to address or refer to a woman, especially one who is older or of higher social status.

“When I met the senhora, I immediately knew she was a person of great importance in the community.”

2. noun

a title equivalent to Mrs., used as part of a woman’s name when referring to her in a formal or respectful manner.

“The senhora’s name was listed in the phone book as ‘Senhora Maria Rodriguez’.”