bonjour chéri
In French, "hello sweetheart" is expressed as bonjour chéri.
This phrase is an affectionate greeting used for a romantic partner or a loved one.
Which one should you use?
The form bonjour chéri is used when speaking to a male, whereas bonjour chérie is used when speaking to a female.
Did you know?
- French speakers often use the term ma puce for a loved one, which literally translates to 'my flea'.
- The word chéri shares a surprising linguistic journey with the Arabic word for 'law' or 'path' via Ottoman Turkish, rather than stemming from a Romance root.
- In France, the phrase bonjour chéri is often paired with la bise, where the number of cheek kisses varies by region and can range from two to four.
Examples in context
- Salut mon chou, ça fait longtemps!Hello sweetheart, long time no see!
- Bonjour chérie, comment vas-tu ?Hello sweetheart, how are you?
- Bonjour chéri, tu as bien dormi ?Hello sweetheart, did you sleep well?
- Bonjour chéri, j'ai préparé le café.Hello sweetheart, I prepared the coffee.
- Bonjour chéri, ça va aujourd'hui ?Hello sweetheart, how are you doing today?
Example conversation
Gabriel walks into the kitchen where Emma is making coffee.
- GabrielBonjour chéri, qu'est-ce que tu prépares ?Hello sweetheart, what are you making?
- EmmaJe prépare ton café préféré, Gabriel.I am making your favorite coffee, Gabriel.
- GabrielC'est vraiment très gentil de ta part.That is really very kind of you.
- EmmaJe t'aime, mon cœur.I love you, my heart.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries bonjour, chéri, CC BY-SA 4.0.
