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English - Japanese
Female
ˈfiˌmeɪl
Very common
~ 2000
~ 2000
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
女性 (じょせい), 雌 (めす), 女の子 (おんなのこ), 女性的な (じょせいてきな)
Female meanings in Japanese
女性 (じょせい)
Example:
She is a strong female leader.
彼女は強い女性リーダーです。
The female population is increasing.
女性の人口が増加しています。
Usage: formalContext: Used in discussions about gender, society, and roles.
Note: Commonly used in academic or professional contexts.
雌 (めす)
Example:
The female rabbit is very gentle.
雌のウサギはとても優しいです。
The female fish lay eggs.
雌の魚は卵を産みます。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in biological or animal-related contexts.
Note: This term is more specific to animals and is used less frequently for humans.
女の子 (おんなのこ)
Example:
That female child is very talented.
その女の子はとても才能があります。
The female students are participating in the event.
女の子たちがイベントに参加しています。
Usage: informalContext: Used in casual conversations, often referring to young girls.
Note: This term specifically refers to girls and is not used for adult females.
女性的な (じょせいてきな)
Example:
She has a very feminine style.
彼女はとても女性的なスタイルを持っています。
The design is very female-oriented.
そのデザインは女性的な方向性があります。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to describe characteristics, styles, or behaviors associated with females.
Note: Often used in fashion, art, and discussions about gender expression.
Female's synonyms
Female expressions, common phrases
Woman
Woman refers to an adult female human being.
Example: She is a strong woman who leads by example.
Note: Woman is a more formal and respectful term compared to female.
Lady
Lady is a polite term for a woman.
Example: The lady in the red dress is the CEO of the company.
Note: Lady is often used to show respect or politeness, especially in formal contexts.
Girl
Girl refers to a young female human being, usually a child or teenager.
Example: The girls are playing in the park.
Note: Girl specifically denotes a younger female, typically before reaching adulthood.
Feminine
Feminine refers to qualities traditionally associated with women, such as grace or delicacy.
Example: Her dress sense is very feminine and elegant.
Note: Feminine focuses more on the characteristics or traits typically associated with women rather than just the gender itself.
She
She is a pronoun used to refer to a female person or animal.
Example: She is a talented artist who paints beautiful landscapes.
Note: She is a personal pronoun specifically used for females to denote gender.
Sister
Sister refers to a female sibling.
Example: My sister is my best friend and confidante.
Note: Sister denotes a familial relationship and a bond between female siblings.
Daughter
Daughter is a female child in relation to her parents.
Example: She is a devoted daughter who takes care of her parents.
Note: Daughter specifically refers to a female child in the context of her relationship with her parents.
Femme
Femme is a French term used in English to describe femininity or a woman with strong feminine qualities.
Example: She embraces her inner femme and expresses herself through fashion.
Note: Femme has a more nuanced and culturally associated meaning related to femininity and feminine expression.
Gal
Gal is an informal term for a woman or girl.
Example: She's a tough gal who can handle any challenge that comes her way.
Note: Gal is a casual and sometimes affectionate way of referring to a woman.
Female everyday (slang) expressions
Chick
Chick is a casual and often friendly way to refer to a young woman. It is commonly used in informal contexts.
Example: She's a cool chick.
Note: Chick is more informal and can sometimes be considered slightly demeaning if used inappropriately.
Dame
Dame is a term that can be used to refer to a woman, especially one who is elegant or sophisticated.
Example: She's a classy dame.
Note: Dame is a more old-fashioned and formal term compared to the word 'female.'
Broad
Broad is a slang term for a woman. It is considered informal and can have varying connotations depending on context.
Example: I saw that broad at the party last night.
Note: Broad is often seen as more derogatory or disrespectful than the word 'female.'
Damsel
Damsel is a literary or old-fashioned term for a young and often helpless woman who needs to be rescued or protected.
Example: She's a real damsel in distress.
Note: Damsel carries a more romantic or dramatic connotation compared to the neutral term 'female.'
Maiden
Maiden is an archaic term for a young unmarried woman, often used in fantasy or historical contexts.
Example: The maiden in the castle was rumored to be cursed.
Note: Maiden is considered very old-fashioned and is rarely used in modern English outside of specific settings.
Sis
Sis is a shortened form of 'sister' and is often used informally to address a woman or girl.
Example: Hey sis, what's up?
Note: Sis is more intimate and friendly than 'female' and is typically reserved for close relationships.
Female - Examples
She is a strong female leader.
The dress has a very feminine design.
The female lion is the primary hunter in the pride.
Female grammar
Female - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: female
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): female
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): females
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): female
Syllables, Separation and Stress
female Contains 2 syllables: fe • male
Phonetic transcription: ˈfē-ˌmāl
fe male , ˈfē ˌmāl (The red syllable is stressed)
Female - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
female: ~ 2000 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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