English–German

“woman” in German

German

AlsoWeib

Pronunciation

IPA/fʁaʊ̯/

Example

Die Frau lacht.

The woman is laughing.

Illustration for Frau (woman)

How to say “woman” in German

“Woman” in German is Frau.

A woman identified either by her own person, her relationship as a wife, or a respectful title before her family name.

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

Example sentences with Frau

Eine Frau wartet an der Haltestelle.

A woman is waiting at the bus stop.

Tips for using Frau

  • Meine Frau commonly means 'my wife', whereas Frau Schmidt can refer to any adult woman regardless of marital status.

Other German words for “woman”

neuter nounwoman

Er rief: 'Ihr Weiber!' und schlug die Tür zu.

He shouted, "Women!" and slammed the door.

“woman” in other languages