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Wife

waɪf
Extreem Veelvoorkomend
500 - 600
500 - 600
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Ehefrau, Gattin, Frau

Betekenissen van Wife in het Duits

Ehefrau

Voorbeeld:
She is a loving wife.
Sie ist eine liebevolle Ehefrau.
My wife is a doctor.
Meine Ehefrau ist Ärztin.
Gebruik: formalContext: Used in legal or official contexts
Opmerking: The most common translation for 'wife' in Deutsch.

Gattin

Voorbeeld:
He lives with his wife.
Er lebt mit seiner Gattin.
The prince and his wife attended the event.
Der Prinz und seine Gattin nahmen an der Veranstaltung teil.
Gebruik: formalContext: Typically used in formal settings or written language
Opmerking: A more formal and traditional term for 'wife' in Deutsch.

Frau

Voorbeeld:
His wife is a teacher.
Seine Frau ist Lehrerin.
She is a good wife and mother.
Sie ist eine gute Frau und Mutter.
Gebruik: informalContext: Commonly used in informal conversations
Opmerking: In informal contexts, 'Frau' can also mean 'wife' in Deutsch.

Synoniemen van Wife

spouse

A spouse refers to a partner in a marriage or committed relationship, regardless of gender.
Voorbeeld: She is my spouse, and we have been married for 10 years.
Opmerking: The term 'spouse' is gender-neutral and can refer to either a husband or a wife.

partner

Partner is a gender-neutral term that can refer to a person in a romantic or committed relationship.
Voorbeeld: My partner and I are planning to start a family soon.
Opmerking: While 'partner' can refer to a spouse, it can also encompass relationships that may not be legally recognized as marriage.

life partner

A life partner is someone with whom you share a deep and lasting connection, often beyond just marriage.
Voorbeeld: She is not just my wife; she is my life partner in every sense of the word.
Opmerking: This term implies a strong emotional and spiritual bond beyond the legal or social aspects of marriage.

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Wife

better half

This phrase is used to affectionately refer to one's spouse, usually highlighting their positive qualities and the important role they play in one's life.
Voorbeeld: My better half is an amazing cook.
Opmerking: The term 'better half' is a figurative and endearing way to refer to a spouse, emphasizing their value beyond just the literal term 'wife'.

wife and soulmate

This phrase implies a deep emotional connection and compatibility between partners, suggesting that they are meant for each other.
Voorbeeld: She's not just my wife; she's my soulmate.
Opmerking: While 'wife' denotes the marital relationship, 'soulmate' adds a layer of spiritual or emotional connection beyond just the role of a spouse.

ball and chain

This is a humorous and somewhat derogatory term used to refer to a spouse, often implying that they restrict one's freedom or are a burden.
Voorbeeld: Some people jokingly refer to their spouse as the 'ball and chain'.
Opmerking: Unlike the term 'wife', 'ball and chain' carries a negative connotation, suggesting a feeling of being constrained or held back.

missus

This informal term is a colloquial way of referring to one's wife, commonly used in British English.
Voorbeeld: I need to check with the missus before making any plans.
Opmerking: While 'wife' is a neutral term, 'missus' is more casual and may imply a sense of familiarity or informality.

old lady

This slang term is used informally to refer to one's wife, often in a joking or casual manner.
Voorbeeld: I'm going out with the old lady tonight.
Opmerking: Unlike 'wife', 'old lady' is a more colloquial and potentially disrespectful term, so it should be used with caution.

wifey

'Wifey' is a slang term used to affectionately refer to one's wife or female partner, often in a playful or endearing way.
Voorbeeld: My wifey and I are planning a weekend getaway.
Opmerking: While 'wife' is a formal term, 'wifey' is more informal and may convey a sense of closeness or intimacy.

the missus

This term, especially common in British English, is used informally to refer to one's wife.
Voorbeeld: I have to ask the missus if we can go out tonight.
Opmerking: 'The missus' is a more casual and colloquial way of referring to one's wife, often used in a light-hearted or humorous context.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Wife

the old ball and chain

This slang term humorously refers to someone's wife as a restrictive or controlling influence.
Voorbeeld: I can't go out tonight, the old ball and chain wants me home early.
Opmerking: The slang term 'the old ball and chain' carries a negative connotation, poking fun at the idea of marriage being a burden.

wifey-poo

A playful and endearing term used to refer to one's wife in a sweet or affectionate manner.
Voorbeeld: Hey, wifey-poo, have you seen my keys?
Opmerking: The term 'wifey-poo' is more lighthearted and affectionate compared to some other slang terms, showing a close and loving relationship.

the little woman

This slang term is often used in a slightly condescending or disparaging way to refer to one's wife.
Voorbeeld: I have to check with the little woman before I can commit.
Opmerking: The term 'the little woman' can come across as belittling or dismissive, highlighting a power dynamic within the relationship.

Wife - Voorbeelden

My wife is a doctor.
Meine Frau ist Ärztin.
He has been married to his wife for 20 years.
Er ist seit 20 Jahren mit seiner Frau verheiratet.
She became his wife last year.
Sie wurde letztes Jahr seine Frau.

Grammatica van Wife

Wife - Zelfstandig naamwoord (Noun) / Zelfstandig naamwoord, enkelvoudig of massa (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: wife
Vervoegingen
Zelfstandig naamwoord, meervoud (Noun, plural): wives
Zelfstandig naamwoord, enkelvoudig of massa (Noun, singular or mass): wife
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
wife bevat 1 lettergrepen: wife
Fonetische transcriptie: ˈwīf
wife , ˈwīf (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

Wife - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie

De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
wife: 500 - 600 (Extreem Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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