noun Uncommon

bertha

BUR-thuh

Bertha (noun) means a wide, flat lace or fabric collar that drapes over the shoulders of a dress. Example: “The vintage gown featured an elegant lace bertha at the neckline.”

noun

A wide, flat lace or fabric collar that drapes over the shoulders of a dress.

"The vintage gown featured an elegant lace bertha at the neckline."

How to use bertha

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA decorative shoulder-covering collar attached to a dress, popular in Victorian fashion.

Word forms

berthas plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from French berthe, itself taken from the given name Berthe (Bertha in English).

Origin: French

Frequently asked questions

What does “bertha” mean?

The word “bertha” means a wide, flat lace or fabric collar that drapes over the shoulders of a dress. In plain terms, a decorative shoulder-covering collar attached to a dress, popular in Victorian fashion.

How do you pronounce “bertha”?

“Bertha” is pronounced BUR-thuh (/ˈbɜː(ɹ)θə/ in IPA).

How do you use “bertha” in a sentence?

Here is “bertha” used in a sentence: “The vintage gown featured an elegant lace bertha at the neckline.”

What part of speech is “bertha”?

“Bertha” is a noun.

Where does the word “bertha” come from?

The word “bertha” comes from French. Borrowed from French berthe, itself taken from the given name Berthe (Bertha in English).

Is “bertha” a common word?

“Bertha” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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