noun

newlywed

NYOO-lee-wehd

Newlywed (noun) means a person who has just gotten married. Example: “The newlywed still couldn't stop looking at her wedding ring.”

noun

A person who has just gotten married.

"The newlywed still couldn't stop looking at her wedding ring."

"As a newlywed, he was still getting used to sharing a bank account."

adj

Having just gotten married.

"The newlywed couple headed straight to the airport for their honeymoon."

How to Use Newlywed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who tied the knot very recently, or describing that recently-married state.

Common pairings

newlywed couple newlywed bliss

Word Forms

newlyweds plural

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Etymology

A compound of "newly" and "wed" (married).

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “newlywed” mean?

The word “newlywed” means a person who has just gotten married. In plain terms, someone who tied the knot very recently, or describing that recently-married state.

How do you pronounce “newlywed”?

“Newlywed” is pronounced NYOO-lee-wehd (/ˈnjuːliˌwɛd/ in IPA).

How do you use “newlywed” in a sentence?

Here is “newlywed” used in a sentence: “The newlywed still couldn't stop looking at her wedding ring.”

What part of speech is “newlywed”?

Depending on how it is used, “newlywed” can be a noun and an adjective.

How many meanings does “newlywed” have?

“Newlywed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who has just gotten married.