fiancee
word
/fiˈænsi/
fee-AN-see
/fiˈænsi/
fee-AN-see
Definition
A woman who is engaged to be married.
Usage & Nuances
"Fiancee" refers specifically to a woman; the male is called "fiancé" (with one 'e'). Used in formal and informal settings, but more formal than just 'girlfriend.' Note the French spelling and pronunciation (fee-ahn-SAY).
Spanish: prometidaPortuguese (BR): noiva (de casamento marcado)Portuguese (PT): noiva (de casamento marcado)Chinese (Simplified): 未婚妻Chinese (Traditional): 未婚妻Hindi: मंगेतर (महिला)Arabic: خطيبةBengali: বাগদত্তাRussian: невестаJapanese: フィアンセ - 婚約者（女性）Vietnamese: vị hôn thêKorean: 약혼녀Turkish: nişanlı (kadın)Urdu: منگیتر (عورت)Indonesian: tunangan (perempuan)
Example Sentences
Everyone is excited to meet Jake's fiancee at the party.
natural
His fiancee helped him move into his new apartment.
natural
After dating for five years, she finally became his fiancee.
natural
My fiancee lives in another city.
basic
He bought a ring for his fiancee.
basic
Her fiancee is coming to dinner tonight.
basic