Danish · Family & People
Kone
Wife
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
The woman a man is married to.
Example
Han bor i Odense med sin kone.
He lives in Odense with his wife.
Etymology
'Kone' stems from Old Norse 'kona', which has Proto-Germanic origins in *kwenō. Over time, it evolved to signify 'wife' or 'woman', reflecting societal roles in partnerships.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kone' is commonly used in informal conversations and can be found in literature and formal discussions concerning family structures. It is consistent across Denmark, with little regional variation.