English–French

“highness” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/altɛs/

Example

Votre Altesse, voici le dossier.

Your Highness, here is the file.

Illustration for altesse (highness)

How to say “highness” in French

“Highness” in French is altesse.

A prince or princess elevated above ordinary rank and addressed through a title of dignity.

Full entry for altesse: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with altesse

L'Altesse a salué la foule.

His Highness greeted the crowd.

Tips for using altesse

  • Altesse is a feminine noun, so the fixed address is Votre Altesse even for a male prince.

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