English–French

“princess” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/pʁɛ̃sɛs/

Example

Elle veut être une princesse.

She wants to be a princess.

Illustration for princesse (princess)

How to say “princess” in French

“Princess” in French is princesse.

A woman in a royal court, linked to the ruling family or holding princely rank.

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

Example sentences with princesse

La petite princesse joue dans le jardin.

The little princess plays in the garden.

Tips for using princesse

  • In modern French, princesse can be a formal title or an affectionate or ironic nickname, so context determines its tone.

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