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Woman

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈwʊmən/","/ˈwɪmɪn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈwʊmən/","/ˈwɪmɪn/"]/

Meaning of Woman

an adult female human

In simple words: An adult female person.

Woman in a sentence

• The woman walked into the store to buy some groceries.
• She is a strong woman who inspires others.
• The woman in the painting looks very happy.
• Every woman deserves respect and equality.
• The woman at the front desk helped me find my room.

How to use Woman

Used for adults, typically in neutral contexts. Avoid in contexts where gender is irrelevant or people may find it unnecessary to specify gender.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'woe-man' — think of her strength through struggles.

Related words

Collocations with Woman

• young
• middle-aged
• elderly
• marry
• depict
• portray
• the oppression of women
• violence against women
• the position of women

Synonyms for Woman

• female
• lady
• girl
• feminine

Opposites of Woman

• man

Common mistakes with Woman

• Confusing 'woman' with 'women' which is the plural form.
• Using 'woman' instead of 'female' in certain scientific contexts.
• Mixing up the pronunciation of 'woman' with 'woman's', which indicates possession.

Frequently asked questions about Woman

What does Woman mean?

An adult female person.

What is the definition of Woman?

an adult female human

How do you use Woman in a sentence?

The woman walked into the store to buy some groceries.

Can you give another example of Woman?

She is a strong woman who inspires others.

What are synonyms for Woman?

Common alternatives include female, lady, girl, feminine.

What is the opposite of Woman?

Opposite meanings include man.

What words go with Woman?

It commonly pairs with young, middle-aged, elderly, marry, depict, portray, the oppression of women, violence against women, the position of women.

What are common mistakes when using Woman?

Confusing 'woman' with 'women' which is the plural form. Using 'woman' instead of 'female' in certain scientific contexts. Mixing up the pronunciation of 'woman' with 'woman's', which indicates possession.

How do you pronounce Woman?

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

When should I use Woman?

Used for adults, typically in neutral contexts. Avoid in contexts where gender is irrelevant or people may find it unnecessary to specify gender.

What CEFR level is Woman?

"Woman" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.