French · Family & People

mari

husband

Beginnernoun · m

Definition

A married man in relation to his spouse.

Example

Son mari est medecin.

Her husband is a doctor.

Etymology

'Mari' stems from the Latin 'maritus,' meaning husband, reflecting its pastoral and domestic background.

How & Where It’s Used

Applicable in both formal and informal speech, 'mari' is used widely in written contexts, especially in legal documentation pertaining to marriage.

Literary Heritage

Notable mentions include novels like 'Le Mariage de Figaro' by Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais, exploring marital relationships humorously.

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