propriétaire d'animaux de compagnie
The English phrase 'pet owner' is translated into French as propriétaire d'animaux de compagnie.
This phrase refers to a person who owns and cares for a domestic animal.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of propriétaire (owner), d' (of), animaux (animals) and de compagnie (of company/companion).
Which one should you use?
If you are referring to someone who owns only one specific pet, you can use the singular propriétaire d'un animal de compagnie instead of the plural animaux.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase is grammatically masculine/neutral by default. If the owner is female, the word propriétaire remains the same while the article would change to la.
Did you know?
- The word compagnie shares a surprising ancestor with the English word 'companion'. They both trace back to the Latin 'cum' and 'panis', literally meaning 'one who shares bread' with you.
- In France, you will often see the term animal de compagnie replaced by NAC in clinics. This is an acronym for Nouveaux Animaux de Compagnie, referring to 'non-traditional' pets like reptiles or insects.
- While propriétaire is the formal term for 'owner', French speakers often use maître when discussing the relationship between a dog and its human. This word literally means 'master'.
Examples in context
- En tant que propriétaire d'animal de compagnie, il est essentiel de prendre soin de ses besoins quotidiens.As a pet owner, it is essential to take care of their daily needs.
- Les propriétaires d'animaux de compagnie doivent être conscients de leurs responsabilités.Pet owners must be aware of their responsibilities.
- Ce règlement s'adresse à tout propriétaire d'animaux de compagnie.This rule applies to every pet owner.
- Être propriétaire d'animaux de compagnie demande beaucoup de temps.Being a pet owner requires a lot of time.
Example conversation
Chloé and Lucas are talking about a new local park rule.
- ChloéLe parc interdit les chiens sans un propriétaire d'animaux de compagnie.The park forbids dogs without a pet owner.
- LucasC'est normal pour la sécurité de tous.That's normal for everyone's safety.
- ChloéLucas, es-tu un propriétaire d'animaux de compagnie enregistré ?Lucas, are you a registered pet owner?
- LucasOui, j'ai mes papiers avec moi.Yes, I have my papers with me.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries compagnie, de, propriétaire, CC BY-SA 4.0.
