épouse
wife (formal); spouse
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/e.puz/
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Cultural Note
Épouse is more formal than femme when referring to a wife. It is the standard term in official documents, wedding invitations, and formal introductions. Using épouse instead of femme avoids the ambiguity of femme meaning both 'wife' and 'woman.'
📝 Example Sentences
Je vous présente mon épouse.
Allow me to introduce my wife.
L'épouse du président a assisté à la cérémonie.
The president's wife attended the ceremony.