Meaning of Vouvoyer – French Verb

Vouvoyer means to use “vous” form of address in French, which is a more formal and respectful way of addressing someone.

Examples of vouvoyer in Every Day Usage

1) “Je vous en prie, vouvoyez votre professeur lors de vos présentations.” (Please, use the formal form of address when speaking to your teacher during your presentations.)
2) “Les employés doivent vouvoyer les clients pour montrer du respect.” (Employees must use the formal form of address towards clients to show respect.)
3) “Elle préfère que les enfants la vouvoient plutôt que de l’appeler par son prénom.” (She prefers for children to use the formal form of address towards her rather than calling her by her first name.)

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