German Word · Intermediate
Klageweib
female professional mourner
Pronunciation: /ˈklaːɡəˌvaɪ̯p/
Meaning
female professional mourner
Example
1912, Martin Luther, Lutherbibel von 1912, Jeremiah 9:17 (with KJV translation)
Thus saith the LORD of hosts, Consider ye, and call for the mourning women, that they may come; and send for cunning women, that they may come:
Practice tips
- Practice Klageweib out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.