der/die Edle
Translation
noble person, nobleman, noblewoman
Examples
Der Edle war für seine Güte bekannt.
The nobleman was known for his kindness.
Sie verhielt sich wie eine wahre Edle.
She behaved like a true noblewoman.
Grammar Patterns
((Noun)) Used as a substantivised adjective Der Edle spendete viel Geld.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Adlige / die Adlige (the noble)
Etymology
A substantivised adjective from 'edel' (noble).
Memory Tips
Connect 'Edle' with 'Edelstein' (gemstone). Both are precious and of high value.