Mary (en. Mary)

/mɛʁi/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
First name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the mother of Jesus.
Mary is a very popular name in France.
Marie est un prénom très populaire en France.
Designates a sweet and loving woman.
She has a heart of Mary.
Elle a un cœur de marie.
An emblematic figure in various cultures and religions.
The Virgin Mary is a central figure in Christianity.
La Vierge Marie est une figure centrale du christianisme.

Etymology

Derived from the Hebrew 'Miryam', this name is used in many cultures.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Mary all sweetness
She is very sweet and affectionate.
Marie tout en douceur
Mary's head
A very kind or naive person.
Tête de Marie

Related Words

marriage
Legal union between two people.
mariage
marie
Affectionate term for a woman.
marie

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to a faithful woman.
She is a real Mary, always there for her friends.
C'est une vraie marie, toujours là pour ses amis.
Refers to a typical 'mother' woman.
She cooks like a Mary, always preparing delicious dishes.
Elle cuisine comme une marie, toujours des plats délicieux.