English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
noun

comtesse

Comtesse (noun) means the French title equivalent to "countess" — the wife or holder of the rank of comte. Example: “The comtesse hosted a lavish ball at the château.”

noun
1
The French title equivalent to "countess" — the wife or holder of the rank of comte.
"The comtesse hosted a lavish ball at the château."

How to use comtesse

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA French noblewoman holding the rank of countess.

Easily confused with

Word forms

comtesses plural, Comtesses plural

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “comtesse” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Fill the gap

Can you complete this real example?

The _____ hosted a lavish ball at the château.

Etymology

Borrowed from French comtesse, the feminine form of comte ("count").

Origin: French

Rhymes for comtesse

See all rhymes for comtesse →

Frequently asked questions

What does “comtesse” mean?

The word “comtesse” means the French title equivalent to "countess" — the wife or holder of the rank of comte. In plain terms, a French noblewoman holding the rank of countess.

How do you use “comtesse” in a sentence?

Here is “comtesse” used in a sentence: “The comtesse hosted a lavish ball at the château.”

What part of speech is “comtesse”?

“Comtesse” is a noun.

Where does the word “comtesse” come from?

The word “comtesse” comes from French. Borrowed from French comtesse, the feminine form of comte ("count").

Definitions: FreeDict original editorial