Usage Note
Weibchen is the zoological term for a female animal, paired with Männchen for the male. The -chen diminutive forces neuter gender, so it is das Weibchen even though it denotes a female. For people Weib sounds archaic or derogatory; use Frau instead.
Examples
"Das Weibchen baut das Nest."
Natural Translation
The female builds the nest.
Literal Translation
The female builds the nest.
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