fiancé — a man who is engaged to be married
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a man who is engaged to be married
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌfiːɑːnˈseɪ/
Example Sentences
- Her fiancé surprised her with breakfast in bed every Sunday.
- My fiancé is perfect except for one thing - he thinks pineapple belongs on pizza.
- She's been planning the wedding while her fiancé just nods and says 'whatever you want, honey.'
fiancé
NOUN[/ˌfiːɑːnˈseɪ/]
a man who is engaged to be married
a man who is engaged to be married
A nervous fiancé waits at the café with his bouquet
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from French fiancé, which comes from the Old French verb fiancer, meaning 'to betroth' or 'to pledge'. This verb itself originates from the Latin fidere, meaning 'to trust' or 'to pledge', reflecting the trust and promise inherent in a betrothal agreement.
Breakdown
fiancer (to betroth) + -é (past participle ending), indicating a man who has been betrothed or promised in marriage.
🎵Rhyme
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📝Examples
“Her fiancé surprised her with breakfast in bed every Sunday.”
“My fiancé is perfect except for one thing - he thinks pineapple belongs on pizza.”
“She's been planning the wedding while her fiancé just nods and says 'whatever you want, honey.'”
“The couple announced their engagement and introduced their families to each other's fiancé.”
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