Wife: meaning, definitions and examples

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wife

[ waɪf ]

^{Context #1}

in a family

A woman who is married to a man.

Synonyms

better half, partner, spouse

Examples of usage

She is a loving wife and a caring mother.
He promised to be a faithful husband to his wife.

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legal

A woman in relation to her husband.

Synonyms

better half, partner, spouse

Examples of usage

The defendant's wife testified in court.
The wife of the deceased inherited his estate.

Translations

Translations of the word "wife" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esposa

🇮🇳 पत्नी

🇩🇪 Ehefrau

🇮🇩 istri

🇺🇦 дружина

🇵🇱 żona

🇯🇵 妻

🇫🇷 femme

🇪🇸 esposa

🇹🇷 eş

🇰🇷 아내

🇸🇦 زوجة

🇨🇿 manželka

🇸🇰 manželka

🇨🇳 妻子

🇸🇮 žena

🇮🇸 eiginkona

🇰🇿 әйел

🇬🇪 ცოლი (tsoli)

🇦🇿 arvad

🇲🇽 esposa

Word origin

The word 'wife' has Old English origins, derived from the Germanic word 'wībam'. The concept of a wife as a female partner in marriage has been present in various cultures throughout history, symbolizing companionship, support, and family. Over time, the role and status of wives have evolved, reflecting changes in societal norms and gender relations.