Feminine: meaning, definitions and examples

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feminine

[ ˈfɛmənɪn ]

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gender

Having qualities traditionally ascribed to women, such as sensitivity, nurturing, and gentleness.

Synonyms

graceful, ladylike, womanly

Examples of usage

She has a feminine charm that captivates everyone around her.
The dress has a feminine cut that accentuates her figure.

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grammar

A gender that refers chiefly to females or objects classified as female.

Synonyms

female, girl, woman

Examples of usage

In French, the word 'table' is feminine.
The pronoun 'she' is feminine in English grammar.

Translations

Translations of the word "feminine" in other languages:

🇵🇹 feminino

🇮🇳 महिला

🇩🇪 weiblich

🇮🇩 perempuan

🇺🇦 жіночий

🇵🇱 żeńska

🇯🇵 女性の

🇫🇷 féminin

🇪🇸 femenino

🇹🇷 dişi

🇰🇷 여성의

🇸🇦 أنثوي

🇨🇿 ženský

🇸🇰 ženský

🇨🇳 女性的

🇸🇮 ženski

🇮🇸 kvenkyns

🇰🇿 әйелдік

🇬🇪 ქალური

🇦🇿 qadın

🇲🇽 femenino

Word origin

The word 'feminine' originated from the Latin word 'femininus', which means 'female'. In the English language, it has been used since the 14th century to describe qualities associated with women or the female gender. The concept of femininity has evolved over time, reflecting changing societal norms and perceptions of gender roles.