mon monde
The French phrase for "my world" is mon monde.
In different contexts, you might use alternative expressions: Mon univers can be used in more formal, intellectual or philosophical contexts to mean "my universe," while the colloquial Mon coin à moi refers to "my own corner" or a specific personal space.
Which one should you use?
You can use Mon petit monde in informal settings to add a sense of warmth and intimacy, effectively meaning "my little world."
Did you know?
- The expression mon petit monde can sometimes be used ironically to describe someone who is naive or sheltered from reality.
- The word monde is actually a linguistic relative of the word for 'clean' or 'pure', stemming from the Latin mundus.
- In French, the phrase tout le monde literally means 'all the world' but is used as the standard way to say 'everyone'.
Examples in context
- Mon monde, c'est toi !My world is you!This example shows how to express that someone is your entire world.Tatoeba #10694895 by Micsmithel, translation #5614550 by carlosalberto
- Rien ne changera mon monde.Nothing's gonna change my world.This example illustrates the sentiment that nothing will change one's world.Tatoeba #335201 by TRANG, translation #24812 by Zifre
- Les limites de ma langue sont les limites de mon monde.The limits of my language are the limits of my world.This example uses the phrase to discuss the relationship between language and one's world.Tatoeba #936967 by sacredceltic, translation #3471870 by Alois
- Je suis reconnaissant de partager mon monde avec vous.I am grateful to share my world with you.
- Mon univers est rempli de musique et de poésie.My universe is filled with music and poetry.
- Viens à la maison. Je veux que tu découvres mon petit monde.Come over. I want you to discover my little world.
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Example conversation
Léa and Lucas are discussing their shared passion for music.
- LéaLa musique, c'est mon monde.Music is my world.
- LucasJe comprends, c'est ton univers entier.I understand, it is your entire universe.
- LéaSans elle, mon monde serait vide.Without it, my world would be empty.
- LucasTu es une vraie artiste, Léa.You are a true artist, Léa.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mon, monde, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
