Bride: meaning, definitions and examples
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bride
[ braɪd ]
at a wedding
A woman who is about to be married or has just been married.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The bride looked stunning in her white wedding dress.
- The bride and groom exchanged vows at the altar.
- The bride's father walked her down the aisle.
general
A woman on her wedding day or just before and after the event.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The bride was nervous but excited for the big day.
- The bride's family gathered to celebrate the occasion.
Translations
Translations of the word "bride" in other languages:
🇵🇹 noiva
🇮🇳 दुल्हन
🇩🇪 Braut
🇮🇩 pengantin perempuan
🇺🇦 наречена
🇵🇱 panna młoda
🇯🇵 花嫁 (はなよめ)
🇫🇷 mariée
🇪🇸 novia
🇹🇷 gelin
🇰🇷 신부 (sinbu)
🇸🇦 عروس
🇨🇿 nevěsta
🇸🇰 nevesta
🇨🇳 新娘 (xīnniáng)
🇸🇮 nevesta
🇮🇸 brúður
🇰🇿 қалыңдық
🇬🇪 პატარძალი (patardzali)
🇦🇿 gəlin
🇲🇽 novia
Etymology
The word 'bride' originates from the Old English word 'bryd' which meant a woman about to be married. Throughout history, weddings have been significant events in many cultures, and the term 'bride' has evolved to represent the central figure in the ceremony. The image of a bride in a white gown has become iconic in Western weddings, symbolizing purity and new beginnings.
See also: bridal, bridegroom.