Hello, romantics! When a woman promises to marry someone, she is called a fiancée. What is the special title for the man she has promised to marry? This guide explains the important spelling difference between these two terms.
Fiancee Opposite Gender
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Fiancée vs. Fiancé: A Clear Comparison
This table explains the important spelling difference for these engagement terms.
| Term | Gender | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Fiancée | Female | A woman engaged to be married. |
| Fiancé | Male | A man engaged to be married. |
What is a Fiancée?
A fiancée, spelled with two 'e's at the end, is a woman who is engaged to be married. She is the future bride.
What is a Fiancé?
A fiancé, spelled with one 'e' at the end, is the masculine equivalent of a fiancée. He is a man who is engaged to be married. He is the future bridegroom.
Understanding French Loanwords
Both of these words come directly from the French language. In French, it is common to add an extra 'e' to a word to make it feminine. English has kept this spelling for a few words like `fiancé`/`fiancée` and `protégé`/`protégée`. The pronunciation for both words is the same.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fiancee Masculine Gender
The masculine gender of 'Fiancee' is Fiance.
Fiancee Opposite Gender
The opposite gender of a Fiancee is a Fiance. Fiancee is a female gender term and Fiance is a male gender term.
Male equivalent of Fiancee
The male equivalent of a Fiancee is a Fiance.
Practice Exercises
Worksheet: Choose the Correct Spelling
Fill in the blanks with the correct term: fiancé or fiancée.
- She introduced her _______ to her parents for the first time.
- My _______ and I are planning a winter wedding.
- The _______ proudly showed off her beautiful engagement ring.
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