adj

matrimonial

mat-rih-MOH-nih-uhl

Matrimonial (adj) means relating to marriage. Example: “The couple sought advice from a matrimonial lawyer before their wedding.”

adj

Relating to marriage.

"The couple sought advice from a matrimonial lawyer before their wedding."

How to use matrimonial

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo do with marriage.

When to use it

A fairly formal or legal word — everyday speech usually just says "marriage" or "wedding."

Common pairings

matrimonial home matrimonial dispute matrimonial law

more matrimonial comparative, matrimonials plural, most matrimonial superlative

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From Middle French matrimonial, from matrimony plus the adjective suffix -al.

Origin: Middle French

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What does “matrimonial” mean?

The word “matrimonial” means relating to marriage. In plain terms, to do with marriage.

How do you pronounce “matrimonial”?

“Matrimonial” is pronounced mat-rih-MOH-nih-uhl (/mætɹɪˈməʊnɪ.əl/ in IPA).

How do you use “matrimonial” in a sentence?

Here is “matrimonial” used in a sentence: “The couple sought advice from a matrimonial lawyer before their wedding.”

What part of speech is “matrimonial”?

“Matrimonial” is an adjective.

Where does the word “matrimonial” come from?

The word “matrimonial” comes from Middle French. From Middle French matrimonial, from matrimony plus the adjective suffix -al.

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