No. 5,130 in French
époux
Spouse (husband or wife).
In a sentence
Mon époux travaille tard ce soir.
My husband is working late tonight.
Here, 'époux' is used to refer to a husband in a formal context.
Elle parle souvent de son défunt époux avec tendresse.
She often speaks of her late husband with tenderness.
In this case, 'époux' refers to a previously deceased male spouse, showing respect and formality in the language.
Le couple, composé de deux époux loyaux, célèbre son anniversaire aujourd'hui.
The couple, composed of two loyal spouses, is celebrating their anniversary today.
Here, 'époux' plural can refer to both members of a married couple, emphasizing the mutual connection.
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