PartnerIn

Partnerin is a feminine noun in German that denotes a female partner. It is formed from the masculine noun Partner with the feminine suffix -in and is used in various contexts, including romantic relationships, business partnerships, and other forms of collaboration.

Plural: Partnerinnen. When referring to a group of partners of mixed genders, speakers may use explicit phrasing such as Partnerinnen und Partner, or rely on context and masculine forms where appropriate, though preference for gender-inclusive language varies.

In romantic contexts, Partnerin typically means a girlfriend or a life partner such as a wife, depending on the relationship. In legal or formal language, it can be qualified as Lebenspartnerin (for a female life partner) or Ehepartnerin (for a wife in a marriage). In business or professional contexts, Partnerin denotes a female business partner or associate (for example, Geschäftspartnerin).

Language note: Some writers use gender-inclusive forms such as Partner/in or PartnerIn to explicitly include all genders, though usage and acceptability vary by style guide and region. The term is widely understood in German-speaking areas, and its precise interpretation is guided by context.