invités

Invités is the plural noun form of invité in French, meaning a person who has been invited to attend an event, gathering, or place. The term is commonly used to describe participants who are not the hosts, such as dinner guests, conference attendees, or ceremony participants. It can also function as an adjective meaning “invited,” as in invité d’honneur (honored guest) or invité surprise (surprise guest).

Etymology and related terms: Invité comes from inviter, to invite, which in turn derives from the Latin invitare, to summon or entertain. Related phrases include l’invitation (the invitation) and la liste des invités (the guest list). The plural form invités is used when referring to multiple invited people.

Usage and contexts: In social settings, the word appears in phrases like envoyer une invitation, confirmer sa présence des invités, and RSVP communications. In formal events, designated roles such as invité d’honneur or invités spéciaux highlight distinguished attendees. In media and public events, invitée or invité can refer to a person who appears as a guest on a talk show, panel, or broadcast.

Etiquette and management: Hosting involves providing clear information about the date, venue, and dress code, managing the guest list, accommodating dietary restrictions, and ensuring welcoming reception. Guests are generally expected to respond in a timely manner, arrive as scheduled, and behave in a manner appropriate to the occasion.