How to Say “Desiree” in French

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Désirée
Désirée is the French way to say the female given name Desiree.
Désirée is used as a feminine given name.

Did you know?

  • The name gained prominence in Europe through Désirée Clary, a Frenchwoman who became the Queen of Sweden.
  • Because it is a past participle used as a name, Désirée literally translates to 'the one who was desired'.
  • In French literature and theater, names like Désirée were often used as 'speaking names' to signal a character's role as a longed-for child.

Examples in context

  • J'ai rencontré Désirée hier.
    I met Désirée yesterday.
  • Est-ce que Désirée vient avec nous ?
    Is Désirée coming with us?
  • Désirée est une très bonne amie.
    Désirée is a very good friend.

Example conversation

Nathan and Léa are talking about a friend over coffee.

  1. Nathan

    Est-ce que tu as vu Désirée ?
    Have you seen Désirée?
  2. Léa

    Non, je n'ai pas vu Désirée aujourd'hui.
    No, I haven't seen Désirée today.
  3. Nathan

    Elle doit être très occupée.
    She must be very busy.
  4. Léa

    Oui, elle est très occupée en ce moment.
    Yes, she is very busy right now.

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