Maitre (en. Master)
/mɛtʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Someone who teaches, who is an expert in a field.
My schoolmaster taught me a lot.
Mon maître d'école m'a beaucoup appris.
Owner of something.
The master of the house organized a party.
Le maître de maison a organisé une fête.
Honorific title given to a lawyer.
Master Dupont is a renowned lawyer.
Le maître Dupont est un avocat réputé.
Etymology
From Latin 'magister', which means 'teacher, master'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
master on board
Someone who directs or controls a situation.
maître à bord
master of the game
One who has control of a situation or a group.
maître du jeu
in the manner of the master
By imitating or following someone's style.
à la manière du maître
Related Words
apprentice
Person who is undergoing training under the direction of a master.
apprenti
disciple
Student of a master, often in a religious or philosophical context.
disciple
mentor
Person who guides and advises a disciple.
mentor
Slang Meanings
Master in something, a very competent person.
This chef is a true master in the kitchen.
Ce chef est un vrai maître en cuisine.
To tarnish the appearances of mastery, to pretend to know.
He puts on a show, but he is a master of the false.
Il se la joue, mais c'est un maître dans le faux.