Usage Note
Zeitgenossin is the feminine form of Zeitgenosse. Used in historical writing to refer to women who lived in the same era as a historical figure; less common in colloquial speech than the masculine form.
Examples
"Als Zeitgenossin Mozarts schrieb sie in ihren Briefen über seine Konzerte."
Natural Translation
As a contemporary of Mozart, she wrote about his concerts in her letters.
Literal Translation
As a time-companion of Mozart, she wrote in her letters about his concerts.
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