Mariette (en. Married)

/maʁ.jɛt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Affectionate nickname for a girl or young woman.
Her name is Mariette, but everyone calls her Mari.
Elle s'appelle Mariette, mais tout le monde l'appelle Mari.
Diminutive version of the name Marie.
Mariette is a traditional name in some families.
Mariette est un prénom traditionnel dans certaines familles.
Term sometimes used to refer to a hen or goose in certain regions.
He raised mariettes in his garden.
Il a élevé des mariettes dans son jardin.

Etymology

Diminutive of Marie, which comes from the Hebrew 'Miriam'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Mariette in the kitchen
A way to refer to a dish prepared with care.
Mariette en cuisine
Mariette of the morning
Refers to a person who is early and dynamic.
Mariette du matin

Related Words

Marie
Female first name of Hebrew origin.
Marie
Marriage
Act of uniting two people in the bonds of marriage.
Mariage

Slang Meanings

Affectionate designation of a girl among friends.
Look at that Mariette! She's so cute!
Regarde cette Mariette! Elle est trop mignonne!
Humorous term to refer to a person who cares a lot about their appearance.
Oh là là, she thinks she's a real Mariette with her new shoes.
Oh là là, elle se prend pour une vraie Mariette avec ses nouvelles chaussures.