Definition of girlfriend

girlfriendnoun

bạn gái, người yêu

/ˈɡəːlfrɛnd/

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"Girlfriend" emerged in the late 19th century, merging the existing words "girl" and "friend." It originally signified a female friend, but its meaning shifted in the early 20th century to denote a romantic partner, likely influenced by the rise of dating and the growing independence of women. The term's evolution reflects societal shifts in female agency and relationships, showcasing a transition from platonic to romantic connotations.

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a girl or a woman that somebody is having a romantic relationship with

một cô gái hoặc một người phụ nữ mà ai đó đang có mối quan hệ lãng mạn

Example:
  • He’s got a new girlfriend.

    Anh ấy có bạn gái mới.

  • I ran into a former girlfriend at the party.

    Tôi tình cờ gặp lại bạn gái cũ ở bữa tiệc.

a female friend

một người bạn gái

Example:
  • I had lunch with a girlfriend.

    Tôi đã ăn trưa với một người bạn gái.

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