Ukrainian · Family & People
Дружина
druzhyna
Wife
Beginnernoun
Definition
Wife.
Example
Його дружина вчителька.
His wife is a teacher.
Etymology
'Дружина' (druzhyna) originates from the Proto-Slavic '*družina', meaning 'wife' or 'female companion'. It exemplifies partnership in marriage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Дружина' is primarily used in formal contexts such as legal documents and discussions, but also appears in literature.
Literary Heritage
The term appears in historical texts and modern literature, often delineating the role of wives in familial and social structures.