privé

Privé is a French term meaning private, personal, or exclusive. It derives from the masculine adjective privé and the feminine privée, used in phrases such as lieu privé (private place) or soirée privée (private party). In French, the circumflex over the e is part of the traditional spelling and may appear in bilingual signage as Privé.

In English-language use, Privé is commonly employed as a branding element to convey exclusivity. It appears in the names of nightclubs, lounges, restaurants, and other venues, as well as in marketing to suggest a discreet or members-only experience. The accent on the e is sometimes retained in branding, but many uses omit it for typographic convenience.

Because Privé is a generic French word, multiple independent businesses and events have adopted the name Privé or Privé as part of their identity. Consequently, there is no single, canonical Privé entity; references typically clarify the location or context.

In broader usage, Privé can describe anything intended for a private audience or restricted access, contrasting with public or ouvert. Related terms include privé, privée, private, exclusive, and VIP, depending on language and context.