noun
heavenly nymph; celestial maiden
A divine female being from Buddhist or Hindu mythology, often depicted as a beautiful dancer or musician in celestial realms. Common in stories such as the Hagoromo legend.
天女が羽衣をまとって空を舞う姿が描かれている。
The painting depicts a celestial maiden dancing in the sky wearing a feathered robe.
noun
beautiful and kind woman
Figurative use comparing a woman's beauty or kindness to that of a heavenly nymph. Often used in poetic or complimentary contexts.
彼女はまるで天女のように優しくて美しい。
She is as kind and beautiful as a celestial maiden.