mariage
marriage
In French, the word 'mariage' refers to the state of being married, similar to the English word 'marriage'. It is used in the same contexts as in English, such as referring to the legal or religious ceremony that formalizes the decision of two people to live as a married couple, including the accompanying social festivities. 'Mariage' can also refer to the institution of marriage as a social and legal concept.
Example sentences using: mariage
J'ai assisté à un beau mariage hier.
I attended a beautiful wedding yesterday.
This sentence is indicating that the speaker attended a wedding the previous day and found it to be beautiful. The word 'mariage' is used here to refer to the wedding event.
Le mariage est un engagement sérieux.
Marriage is a serious commitment.
In this example, 'mariage' is used in the context of expressing an opinion about marriage itself, indicating that it is a significant commitment one makes in their life.
Ils préparent leur mariage depuis un an.
They have been preparing their wedding for a year.
This sentence expresses a duration of time, emphasizing that the couple has spent a year planning for their wedding. 'Mariage' here stands for the wedding event they are preparing for.