Refers to a woman on her wedding day or shortly after marriage. Somewhat formal or traditional in tone.
The bride appeared wearing a white kimono.
one's daughter-in-law
Used to refer to one's own son's wife. Often carries a traditional or slightly old-fashioned feel; 嫁 (よめ) is more common in modern speech.
My daughter-in-law helps with the housework every day.
Standard kanji spelling.
Mixed kanji-kana spelling; less common but still encountered.
Compound of 嫁 (よめ, 'bride, daughter-in-law') and honorific suffix 御 (ご). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the suffix adds a respectful or formal tone.