German Conversation · Level 25
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German word
Heldin
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈhɛldɪn/
Meaning
- feminine nounheroine
Example
Die Heldinnen kämpften bis zum Ende.
The heroines fought until the end.
More examples
In dem Roman ist sie die Heldin der Handlung.
In the novel, she is the heroine of the plot.
Core concept
A female central character whose brave actions or notable achievements make her admirable.
Common phrases
die Heldin der Handlung
heroine of the plot
fiktive Heldin
fictional heroine
die Heldin der Oper
heroine of the opera
Similar words
Held: A man admired for brave actions, achievements, or service to others.
Retterin: A woman who brings people to safety or frees them from serious trouble.
Kämpferin: A woman engaged in battle or determined struggle.
Vorbild: A person respected and followed as an example because of conduct or character.
Definition in German
Bezeichnet eine Frau, die aufgrund von Tapferkeit oder besonderen Verdiensten als Heldin betrachtet wird.
Word origin
German creates Heldin by attaching the feminine-forming suffix -in to the inherited Germanic noun Held.
Usage tips
- Heldin can describe a female protagonist, so it does not require a literal heroic deed in every story.
Other meanings
- female protagonistnoun
Opposites
- Antagonistinfemale antagonistnoun
Related words
- Heldinnenrollerole of the heroinenoun
- Heldinnenbildportrayal of a heroinenoun