Ukrainian · Family & People
Жінка
zhinka
Woman
Beginnernoun
Definition
An adult female person.
Example
Ця жінка лікар.
This woman is a doctor.
Etymology
'Жінка' (zhinka) is rooted in the Proto-Slavic '*žena', meaning 'woman'. The term has maintained its meaning across many Slavic languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Жінка' can be used in both formal and informal contexts to describe women, with regional variations in its connotation.
Literary Heritage
The word appears in proverbs, poetry, and literature that reflect women’s roles and experiences in Ukrainian society.