Hortense (en. Hortense)
/ɔʁ.tɑ̃s/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Feminine proper noun designating a person.
Hortense is a very beautiful and elegant name.
Hortense est un prénom très beau et élégant.
Often affectionate diminutive of the name Hortense.
Everyone affectionately calls her 'Horti'.
Tout le monde l'appelle affectueusement 'Horti'.
Etymology
Latin origin 'Hortensius', related to 'hortus' which means garden.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Hortense, the gardener
Expression designating a person passionate about gardening.
Hortense, la jardinière
To be like Hortense
Referring to a gentle and caring person.
Être comme Hortense
Related Words
hydrangea
Flower of horticultural origin often associated with Hortense.
hortensia
garden
Space for growing plants, often associated with names related to nature.
jardin
Slang Meanings
Hortense as a symbol of patience
She has the gentleness of Hortense.
Elle a la douceur d'Hortense.
Used to describe a somewhat retro person
That clothing style is a bit Hortense.
Ce style vestimentaire, c'est un peu Hortense.