Mondaine (en. Socialite)

/mɔ̃.dɛn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A woman who is part of high society and engages in social activities.
She is a well-known socialite in Parisian circles.
Elle est une mondaine très connue dans les cercles parisiens.
A person interested in social events.
Socialites often gather at galas.
Les mondaines se retrouvent souvent lors de galas.

Etymology

From Latin 'mundanus', meaning 'belonging to the world'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

worldly life
A lifestyle characterized by social activities and chic events.
vie mondaine
social circle
A group of people from high society who interact with each other.
cercle mondain
social salons
Social gatherings where people from high society meet.
salons mondains

Related Words

mundanity
The state of being worldly, social life.
mondanité
world
A group of people that makes up a particular social environment.
monde
socialite
A person from high society known for their active social life.
socialite

Slang Meanings

A pejorative term for someone superficial in the social world.
She is so worldly, always seeking attention.
Elle est si mondaine, toujours à la recherche de l'attention.
An ironic reference to chic parties.
It's not my style to enjoy those social scenes.
Ce n'est pas mon style de m'amuser à ces mondaines.