tiare
/tjaʁ/feminine
The English word "tiara" is translated into French as tiare.
The term tiare refers to an ornamental coronet.
Meaning: ornamental coronet (noun)
Which one should you use?
The term diadème specifically refers to a tiara or a headband adorned with jewels in formal contexts.
How do you pronounce it?
/tjaʁ/
Did you know?
- The term tiare shares its roots with the concept of a 'turban' in certain historical linguistic contexts, describing various types of head coverings.
- Historically, the papal tiare symbolized the Pope's authority over three realms: the church, the state and the world.
- If you are looking for a glittering hair accessory in a French fashion magazine, you are more likely to see the word diadème than tiare.
Examples in context
- La princesse portait un diadème en diamants.The princess was wearing a diamond tiara.
- Elle avait choisi un magnifique bijou de tête pour la soirée.She had chosen a magnificent head jewel for the evening.
- Elle porte une tiare étincelante.She is wearing a sparkling tiara.
- La tiare est magnifique.The tiara is magnificent.
- Elle porte une petite tiare en argent.She is wearing a small silver tiara.
- Où as-tu acheté cette tiare ?Where did you buy this tiara?
Example conversation
Emma is getting ready for a costume party.
- EmmaRegarde ma nouvelle tiare !Look at my new tiara!
- LucasElle est magnifique, Emma.It is magnificent, Emma.
- EmmaJe me sens comme une reine.I feel like a queen.
- LucasTu es vraiment élégante.You are truly elegant.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “tiara” translations and entries tiare, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
