English–German

“heroine” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhɛldɪn/

Example

Die Heldinnen kämpften bis zum Ende.

The heroines fought until the end.

Illustration for Heldin (heroine)

How to say “heroine” in German

“Heroine” in German is Heldin.

A female central character whose brave actions or notable achievements make her admirable.

Full entry for Heldin: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Heldin

In dem Roman ist sie die Heldin der Handlung.

In the novel, she is the heroine of the plot.

Tips for using Heldin

  • Heldin can describe a female protagonist, so it does not require a literal heroic deed in every story.

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