Polish · Family & People
żona
wife
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
A woman in relation to her husband; a married female partner.
Example
Jego żona jest architektką.
His wife is an architect.
Etymology
'Żona' derives from the Proto-Slavic *žena, a term representing a wife or woman. It encapsulates the sociocultural significance of marriage and partnership.
How & Where It’s Used
'Żona' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, often in discussions about family. It is widely understood throughout Poland in both spoken and written forms.