Mmes.
The plural of "Mrs." is Mmes, short for French mesdames. It is rare and very formal.
Meaning: a title for a married woman, written before her surname (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
mrs is pronounced /ˈmɪs.ɪz/.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Mmes. is short for French mesdames. It is rare and very formal. Most people simply repeat the title: Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Clark.
Did you know?
- Young children learning English often say mouses and foots. They are applying the -s rule to every noun, which shows they have learned the rule itself.
Examples in context
- The invitation was sent to Mmes. Brown and Clark.Singular: The invitation was sent to Mrs. Brown.
- Mmes. Lee and Park run the bakery.Singular: Mrs. Lee runs the bakery.
