trine

dieNoun

a derogatory term for a woman, sometimes used as a short form for Katharina

Word details

German meaning
Umgangssprachlich für eine Frau, oft abwertend.
English meaning
Woman, girl
Synonym
None
German example
Die Trine dort drüben kenne ich nicht.
English example
I don't know the woman over there.
Type
Noun
Article
die
Singular Form
die Trine
Plural Form
die Trinen

Example sentences with “trine”

  1. Sie ist eine richtige Trine. (She is a real shrew.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Trine' a polite word?

No, it is often derogatory. Use it with caution.