Bachelorette: meaning, definitions and examples
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bachelorette
[ ˌbætʃ.əˈlɛt ]
single female
A bachelorette is an unmarried woman, especially one who is considered to be a potential bride. The term is often used in the context of social events or gatherings celebrating her single status, such as bachelorette parties. It can also refer to women's representation in bachelor-style scenarios, often in media and entertainment.
Synonyms
single lady, single woman, unmarried woman
Examples of usage
- She hosted a bachelorette party for her best friend.
- The bachelorette chose her partner on the reality show.
- Many bachelorettes enjoy traveling with friends before marriage.
Translations
Translations of the word "bachelorette" in other languages:
🇵🇹 solteira
🇮🇳 कुंवारी
🇩🇪 Junggesellin
🇮🇩 perempuan lajang
🇺🇦 незаміжня
🇵🇱 panna
🇯🇵 未婚女性
🇫🇷 célibataire
🇪🇸 soltera
🇹🇷 bekar kadın
🇰🇷 미혼 여성
🇸🇦 عزباء
🇨🇿 slečna
🇸🇰 slobodná žena
🇨🇳 单身女性
🇸🇮 samska
🇮🇸 ógift
🇰🇿 бойдақ
🇬🇪 მოუწყვეტელი
🇦🇿 subay
🇲🇽 soltera
Etymology
The word 'bachelorette' has its roots in the French language and emerged as a diminutive form of 'bachelor'. Originally used to describe a young unmarried man, the term gradually became more gender-specific. By the late 19th century, 'bachelorette' was adopted in English to refer to an unmarried woman. The term has evolved in modern usage and is often associated with social events celebrating the transition from singlehood to marriage, such as bachelorette parties. These celebrations have become a part of many cultures, highlighting the social significance of a woman’s unmarried status and creating a cultural phenomenon around the idea of celebrating marriage from the perspective of the bride-to-be.