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Engels - Nederlands
Wife
waɪf
Extreem Veelvoorkomend
500 - 600
500 - 600
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. Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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. Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
vrouw, echtgenote, partner, vrouwelijke echtgenoot
Betekenissen van Wife in het Nederlands
vrouw
Voorbeeld:
She is my wife.
Zij is mijn vrouw.
I love my wife.
Ik hou van mijn vrouw.
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: Used in both formal and informal settings to refer to a married female partner.
Opmerking: The word 'vrouw' is commonly used in everyday conversation.
echtgenote
Voorbeeld:
My wife is my partner in life.
Mijn echtgenote is mijn levenspartner.
I introduced her as my wife.
Ik stelde haar voor als mijn echtgenote.
Gebruik: formalContext: Used in formal contexts, such as legal documents or official speeches.
Opmerking: The term 'echtgenote' emphasizes the legal and formal aspect of marriage.
partner
Voorbeeld:
My wife and I are business partners.
Mijn vrouw en ik zijn zakenpartners.
She is not just my wife, but my partner.
Zij is niet alleen mijn vrouw, maar ook mijn partner.
Gebruik: informalContext: Used in informal settings, often to emphasize equality in the relationship.
Opmerking: The word 'partner' can be used for both married and unmarried couples.
vrouwelijke echtgenoot
Voorbeeld:
She is my female spouse.
Zij is mijn vrouwelijke echtgenoot.
A female spouse is often called a wife.
Een vrouwelijke echtgenoot wordt vaak een vrouw genoemd.
Gebruik: formalContext: Used in formal or educational contexts to clarify gender.
Opmerking: This term is less common in everyday language but may be used in discussions about marriage equality.
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.
Mijn vrouw is een dokter.
He has been married to his wife for 20 years.
Hij is al 20 jaar getrouwd met zijn vrouw.
She became his wife last year.
Zij werd vorig jaar zijn vrouw.
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.