monté
/mɔ̃.te/
The English word "mounted" can be translated into French as monté.
When you want to specify that someone is mounted specifically on a horse, use the phrase monté à cheval.
Meaning: on horseback (adj)
What does it mean word for word?
monté is the past participle of the verb monter, which means to go up, to climb or to mount.
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, the form must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. Use montée for feminine singular nouns, montés for masculine plural nouns and montées for feminine plural nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 2 syllables and is pronounced /mɔ̃.te/.
Did you know?
- In a culinary context, you might hear of a crème montée, which refers to whipped cream that has been 'mounted' or aerated.
- The phrase monter la garde means to 'stand guard', which literally translates to 'mounting the guard'.
- The expression monter en gamme uses the verb to mean 'to step up' or 'to improve' in quality or status.
Examples in context
- Vous devriez envisager un robinet monté au mur pour plus d'élégance.You should consider a wall-mounted faucet for a sleek look.This sentence shows how to use monté regarding an object attached to a wall.Tatoeba #11901797 by zogwarg, translation #11891723 by Amastan
- Ils sont montés à cheval et sont partis.They mounted their horses and rode off.This sentence illustrates the use of monté in the context of riding horses.Tatoeba #11784652 by tieguy, translation #7473578 by CH
- Il est en selle et prêt à partir.He is mounted and ready to go.
- Le roi est juché sur son trône.The king is mounted on his throne.
- Il est monté sur le dos du cheval.He mounted the horse.
Example conversation
Lucas and Manon are watching a parade in the village.
- LucasRegarde ce policier monté sur son cheval.Look at that policeman mounted on his horse.
- ManonIl a l'air très impressionnant, Lucas.He looks very impressive, Lucas.
- LucasEst-ce qu'il va passer devant nous ?Is he going to pass in front of us?
- ManonOui, il arrive tout droit vers nous.Yes, he is coming straight towards us.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry monté, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
