Mon mari
My husband
Language note: Possession is expressed directly with 'mon'.
Culture note: Family roles, such as 'mari', are traditionally important to identity in France.
Context: The concierge shares a bit of personal history, mentioning her husband.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Mon
[mohn]
my
Possessive adjective, first person singular.
Mon livre est ici.
My book is here.
mari
[mah-ree]
husband
Refers to a married male partner.
Son mari est très gentil.
Her husband is very kind.
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