What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fiancé
Example
My fiancé and I are getting married next year. [fiancé: noun]
Example
They have been engaged for six months and are planning their wedding. [engaged: adjective]
betrothed
Example
The betrothed couple exchanged rings in a traditional ceremony. [betrothed: adjective]
Example
In some cultures, betrothal is still a common practice for arranged marriages. [betrothal: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fiancé is more commonly used than betrothed in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between fiancé and betrothed?
Betrothed is a more formal term than fiancé, and is often used in more traditional or formal contexts.
