English–French

“lover” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/amɑ̃/

Example

Mon amant habite près d'ici.

My lover lives nearby.

Illustration for amant (lover)

How to say “lover” in French

“Lover” in French is amant.

A passionate romantic companion occupying the lover's role, whether or not the relationship exists outside marriage.

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

Example sentences with amant

Après leur séparation, elle a revu un ancien amant.

After their separation, she saw a former lover again.

Tips for using amant

  • Amant is masculine, while amante is feminine, so the article changes between un amant and une amante.

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