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
1
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 notesIn plain EnglishA decorative shoulder-covering collar attached to a dress, popular in Victorian fashion.
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Word forms
- Plural
- berthas
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Etymology
Borrowed from French berthe, itself taken from the given name Berthe (Bertha in English).
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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