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UK/["/ˈfiːmeɪl/"]/US/["/ˈfiːmeɪl/"]/

Meaning of Female

being a woman or a girl

In simple words: A woman or girl. Someone identified as a woman.

Female in a sentence

  • The female cat is always more playful than the male cat.
  • She is a female engineer who works in a male-dominated field.
  • They organized a seminar for female entrepreneurs to share their experiences.
  • The organization focuses on empowering female leaders in the community.

How to use Female

Use 'female' when talking about gender in scientific or formal contexts, but avoid in casual conversations. 'Woman' is often preferred in everyday speech.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'female' like 'feminine'—both start with 'fe' and relate to women.

Related words

Collocations with Female

  • female athlete
  • female leader
  • female role model

Synonyms for Female

Opposites of Female

Common mistakes with Female

  • 'Female' is not used as a verb. Some might confuse it with 'feminine'.
  • Learners might use 'female' incorrectly for a group of women, e.g., saying 'the females' instead of 'the women'.

Compare Female with Woman, Girl, Lady

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Frequently asked questions about Female

What does Female mean?

A woman or girl. Someone identified as a woman.

What is the definition of Female?

being a woman or a girl

How do you use Female in a sentence?

The female cat is always more playful than the male cat.

Can you give another example of Female?

She is a female engineer who works in a male-dominated field.

What are synonyms for Female?

Common alternatives include woman, girl, lady, female person.

What is the opposite of Female?

Opposite meanings include male, man.

What words go with Female?

It commonly pairs with female athlete, female leader, female role model.

What are common mistakes when using Female?

'Female' is not used as a verb. Some might confuse it with 'feminine'. Learners might use 'female' incorrectly for a group of women, e.g., saying 'the females' instead of 'the women'.

How do you pronounce Female?

US: /["/ˈfiːmeɪl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfiːmeɪl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Female?

Use 'female' when talking about gender in scientific or formal contexts, but avoid in casual conversations. 'Woman' is often preferred in everyday speech.

What CEFR level is Female?

"Female" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.