Danish · Family & People
Kvinde
Woman
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
An adult female person.
Example
Den kvinde er læge.
That woman is a doctor.
Etymology
'Kvinde' comes from Old Norse 'kvinna', connected to Proto-Germanic *kwīnō and ultimately to Proto-Indo-European *gʷḗn meaning 'woman'. This reflects the evolving role of women in society.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kvinde' is utilized in formal and informal situations, prevalent in academic, legal, and spoken contexts. Regional variations are minimal, making it widely understood.