Beau

Pronunciation: /boʊ/

Definitions of beau

noun a boyfriend or male admirer

Example Sentences

A1 My beau surprised me with flowers on our anniversary.

A2 She introduced me to her new beau at the party last night.

B1 The young woman's beau was a charming gentleman with a kind heart.

B2 The actress was spotted with her new beau on a romantic getaway.

C1 Despite their busy schedules, the couple made time for each other and their beaus.

C2 The royal family's beaus and belles were always in the spotlight of the media.

Examples of beau in a Sentence

formal The grand ballroom was adorned with beautiful chandeliers, creating a truly majestic atmosphere.

informal She's going on a date with her beau tonight.

slang Check out that new ride, it's a real beau!

figurative His words were a beau of deception, masking his true intentions.

Grammatical Forms of beau

• past tense: was
• plural: beaus
• comparative: more beautiful
• superlative: most beautiful
• present tense: is
• future tense: will be
• perfect tense: has been
• continuous tense: being
• singular: beau
• positive degree: beautiful
• infinitive: to be
• gerund: being
• participle: been

Origin and Evolution of beau

First Known Use: 1653 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'beau' originated from the French word 'beau' meaning 'beautiful' or 'handsome'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a fashionable and stylish man, the meaning of 'beau' has evolved to also encompass a suitor or boyfriend, especially in a romantic context.