How to Say “This Is My Boyfriend” in French

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c'est mon copain
The English phrase "this is my boyfriend" can be translated into French as c'est mon copain.
These phrases are used to introduce a male romantic partner to others. Note that the word copain can mean both "boyfriend" and "male friend" depending on the context, so the surrounding situation is necessary to distinguish romantic intent.

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase c'est mon copain literally translates to "it is my boyfriend".

Which one should you use?

While c'est mon copain is a standard way to say "this is my boyfriend", you can choose different forms based on the level of formality or the specific region. For a more formal or standard way to say "boyfriend", use c'est mon petit ami. In very casual settings, C'est mon mec. is a common way to refer to a boyfriend.

Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?

To be more formal or standard, use c'est mon petit ami. For a more formal introduction, you can use Voici mon compagnon. The form Voici mon copain. is considered informal, and C'est mon mec. is a colloquial way to refer to a boyfriend.

Is it said differently in some regions?

In France, C'est mon mec. is commonly used. In Quebec, you can use the expression C'est mon chum. to mean "this is my boyfriend", or C'est mon amoureux, which means "this is my lover".

Did you know?

  • The word copain is built from the Latin roots for 'with' and 'bread'. It originally described people who shared a loaf of bread together, much like the English word 'companion'.
  • In Quebec, the word chum is used to mean 'boyfriend', which is a loanword from English that has evolved a different social function in French.
  • The French term for 'boyfriend', petit ami, literally translates to 'little friend'.

Examples in context

  • Salut Sarah, c'est mon copain Léo.
    Hi Sarah, this is my boyfriend Léo.
  • Je te présente Marc, c'est mon copain.
    I'd like to introduce Marc, this is my boyfriend.
  • Maman, regarde, c'est mon copain !
    Mom, look, this is my boyfriend!

Example conversation

Manon introduces her boyfriend to her friend Hugo at a cafe.

  1. Manon

    Hugo, je te présente Thomas, c'est mon copain.
    Hugo, I'd like you to meet Thomas, this is my boyfriend.
  2. Hugo

    Enchanté de faire ta connaissance, Thomas.
    Nice to meet you, Thomas.
  3. Manon

    Il est très gentil, Hugo.
    He is very kind, Hugo.
  4. Hugo

    Je vois ça, vous avez l'air très heureux.
    I can see that, you two look very happy.

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