Mujer (en. Women)

/muˈxeɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Adult female person.
The woman next door is very nice.
La mujer que vive al lado es muy amable.
Woman in contexts related to gender roles or society.
Women have fought for their rights throughout history.
Las mujeres han luchado por sus derechos a lo largo de la historia.
Wife or female partner.
His wife is a great cook.
Su mujer es una gran cocinera.

Etymology

From Latin 'mulier, mulieris', which means 'woman'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wonder woman
Refers to an exceptional or heroic woman.
mujer maravilla
worldly woman
An experienced woman in social relations.
mujer de mundo
femme fatale
An attractive and seductive woman who causes trouble.
mujer fatal
businesswoman
A woman who is dedicated to the business field.
mujer de negocios
mother woman
A woman who is a mother or has multiple family responsibilities.
mujer madre

Related Words

mother
Female person who has given birth or raised someone.
madre
daughter
Female descendant.
hija
sister
Female person who shares at least one parent with another.
hermana
friend
Female person with whom one maintains a close relationship.
amiga
lady
Term of respect to refer to adult women.
señora

Slang Meanings

Girl
That girl is very fun.
Esa chica es muy divertida.
Blonde girl
The blonde in the group always brings good energy.
La güera del grupo siempre trae buenas energías.
Crew
I am going out with the group of women this weekend.
Voy a salir con la banda de mujeres este fin de semana.