What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
homme
Example
L'homme est en train de lire un livre. [homme: noun]
Example
La mode homme est très différente de la mode femme. [homme: adjective]
gentleman
Example
He is a true gentleman, always opening doors for others. [gentleman: noun]
Example
The gentleman in the suit arrived in a limousine. [gentleman: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Gentleman is more commonly used in English than homme. While homme may be used in specific contexts such as fashion or design, gentleman has a wider range of uses and is more versatile in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between homme and gentleman?
Gentleman is generally considered more formal and polite than homme. It is often used in formal or polite language to address or refer to a man, while homme is more neutral and descriptive in tone.
