ma princesse
The French phrase for "my princess" is ma princesse.
ma princesse is a term of endearment used to address a daughter or a female romantic partner. While it can be used for a romantic partner, it is very commonly used by parents toward their young daughters.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the possessive adjective ma (my, feminine singular) and the noun princesse (princess).
Did you know?
- While ma princesse is sweet, French parents often pair it with ma puce, which literally means 'my flea'.
- In some French-speaking African cultures, titles like 'princesse' can carry much heavier weight regarding actual lineage and social status than the lighthearted endearment used in France.
- Historically, the term princesse was strictly reserved for the actual daughter of a sovereign, and using it as a common term of endearment is a relatively modern, colloquial development.
Examples in context
- Vous êtes ma princesse.You're my princess.This sentence is useful for showing how to use ma princesse to address someone directly.Tatoeba #1946404 by Aiji, translation #544700 by CM
- Fais de beaux rêves, ma princesse.Sweet dreams, my princess.This sentence is useful for seeing ma princesse used in a way to wish someone sweet dreams.Tatoeba #6975325 by Rockaround, translation #2601320 by AlanF_US
- Sois ma princesse.Be my princess.This sentence is useful for seeing ma princesse used in a request.Tatoeba #12476801 by always, translation #9203705 by Amastan
- Ma chère fille, tu es ma princesse.My dear daughter, you are my princess.
- Ma princesse, tu illumines ma vie chaque jour.My princess, you brighten up my life every day.
- Votre Altesse Royale, permettez-moi de vous présenter ma princesse.Your Royal Highness, allow me to introduce you to my princess.
- Ma p'tite princesse, tu es la plus belle chose qui me soit arrivée.My little princess, you're the most beautiful thing that has ever happened to me.
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
A couple is having a quiet dinner at home.
- HugoTu es magnifique, ma princesse.You are beautiful, my princess.
- ManonMerci, mon amour.Thank you, my love.
- HugoJe t'aime tant.I love you so much.
- ManonMoi aussi, Hugo.Me too, Hugo.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
