expression, godan verb (-ru)
become an adult woman; come of age
Refers to a girl maturing into a woman, often implying physical and emotional growth. Can be used in both literal and figurative contexts.
彼女はこの数年でぐっと女になった。
She has really become a woman over the past few years.
娘が女になる日を想
I feel a little sad imagining the day my daughter becomes a woman.
expression, godan verb (-ru)
lose one's virginity; become sexually active
Specifically refers to a woman's first sexual experience. Often used euphemistically.
彼女は高校を卒業してすぐに女になったと聞いた。
I heard she lost her virginity right after graduating high school.