Cruz
Cruz is the French form of the English phrase a person's family name.
The word Cruz refers to a person's surname.
Did you know?
- In French, while Cruz is a surname, the word for a physical cross is croix, which is feminine. This means adjectives describing a cross must use the feminine form, unlike the masculine associations often found with the name.
- The pronunciation of 'Cruz' in a French accent may shift the 'u' sound toward the French u, which is a sound created by positioning the tongue for 'i' but rounding the lips for 'u'.
- French speakers may instinctively pluralize the name Cruz as les Cruz in conversation, but according to traditional French grammar, family names are technically invariable and should not take an 's'.
Examples in context
- Cruz croquait quelques croquettesCruz was crunching some croquettes
- Mon nom de famille est Cruz.My family name is Cruz.
- Est-ce que votre nom est Cruz ?Is your name Cruz?
- Elle s'appelle Marie Cruz.Her name is Marie Cruz.
Example conversation
Manon is introducing a new colleague to Nathan.
- ManonJe te présente Marc Cruz.I'd like to introduce you to Marc Cruz.
- NathanEnchanté, Monsieur Cruz.Nice to meet you, Mr. Cruz.
- ManonIl vient d'arriver dans l'équipe.He just joined the team.
- NathanBienvenue parmi nous, Marc.Welcome aboard, Marc.
