fraulein

/ˈfʁaʊ̯lɑɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A German honorific title used to address an unmarried woman, equivalent to ‘miss’ or ‘young lady’.

“The fraulein in charge of the hotel reception was friendly and helpful.”

2. noun

An unmarried woman, especially in a romantic or courtly sense.

“The fraulein of his dreams swept into the ballroom and captured his heart.”

Synonyms

  • maiden
  • miss
  • young lady

Antonyms

  • frau
  • married woman