L'époux (en. The husband)

/le.pu/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Man who is married.
Marie's husband is very caring.
L'époux de Marie est très attentionné.
Male partner in a marital union.
The husband and wife have planned their honeymoon trip.
L'époux et l'épouse ont planifié leur voyage de noces.
Man in a marital relationship with another person.
In some cultures, the husband has a predominant role.
Dans certaines cultures, l'époux a un rôle prépondérant.

Etymology

From the Latin 'sponsus', past participle of 'spondere' which means to promise.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the husband and the wife
Refers to the married couple.
l'époux et l'épouse
husband and father
Reference to a married man who is also a father.
époux et père
model husband
Husband who perfectly fulfills his obligations.
époux modèle

Related Words

the wife
Married woman, female partner.
l'épouse
marriage
Legal union between two people.
le mariage
family
Group made up of parents and children.
la famille

Slang Meanings

Grandpa
He is a real grandpa to his wife.
Il est un vrai pépé pour sa femme.
Darling
My darling is my husband.
Mon chéri est mon époux.
Mister
Mister is preparing dinner for his wife.
Monsieur est en train de préparer le diner pour sa femme.