Henriette (en. Henriette)

/ɑ̃ʁjɛt/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Female first name of French origin.
Henriette is a classic name in France.
Henriette est un prénom classique en France.
A person bearing this name.
Henriette has always been a great pianist.
Henriette a toujours été une grande pianiste.

Etymology

Of German origin, derived from the name 'Heinrich'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

All that glitters is not henriette
What seems precious may not be.
Tout ce qui brille n'est pas henriette

Related Words

Henri
Masculine name that is the equivalent of Henriette.
Henri
Henrietta
Anglicized variant of the name Henriette.
Henrietta

Slang Meanings

Used affectionately to refer to a woman with character.
Look at that henriette, she knows what she wants!
Regarde cette henriette, elle sait ce qu'elle veut !
Can refer to a person with style.
She always arrives with such confidence, she's a real henriette.
Elle arrive toujours avec une telle assurance, c'est une vraie henriette.