Conjugal (en. Conjugal)
/kɔ̃.ʒy.ɡal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Related to marriage or the relationships between spouses.
Conjugal happiness is essential for a fulfilling life.
Le bonheur conjugal est essentiel pour une vie épanouie.
Refers to the property or rights acquired during marriage.
They decided to share their conjugal property.
Ils ont décidé de partager leurs biens conjugaux.
Relating to the emotional and intimate life of a married couple.
The room reflects their conjugal life.
La chambre est le reflet de leur vie conjugale.
Etymology
From Latin 'conjugalis', derived from 'conjugare', which means 'to join together'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
conjugal life
The life shared between two spouses.
vie conjugale
conjugal rights
The rights that spouses have towards each other.
droits conjugaux
conjugal contract
A formal agreement between spouses regarding their life together.
contrat conjugal
Related Words
to conjugate
To join or bind together.
conjuguer
spouse
A person to whom one is married.
conjoint
conjuration
Temporary agreement or association.
conjuration
Slang Meanings
A married couple living together.
They make a true conjugal couple.
Ils forment un vrai couple conjugal.
Frequent arguments in couple life.
Their conjugal life is full of squabbles.
Leur vie conjugale est pleine de chamailleries.