Swedish · Family & People
Kvinna
Woman
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
An adult female person.
Example
Den kvinnan är läkare.
That woman is a doctor.
Etymology
'Kvinna' can be traced back to Old Norse 'kvinna', with connections to Proto-Germanic roots that illustrate the historical development of gender-related terminology in the region.
How & Where It’s Used
The word is diverse in usage, appearing in both formal and informal contexts in spoken and written language. It is a standard term with no notable regional differences.