bague
ring
Pronunciation
/baɡ/
Cultural Note
In France, the wedding ring ('alliance') is traditionally worn on the left ring finger, like in English-speaking countries. The engagement ring tradition was less common historically but has grown popular. French jewelers like Cartier, Boucheron, and Van Cleef & Arpels are world-famous for their romantic ring designs.
📝 Example Sentences
Il lui a offert une bague de fiançailles en diamant.
He gave her a diamond engagement ring.
Elle ne quitte jamais sa bague de mariage.
She never takes off her wedding ring.
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