what does belle mean as a noun in french?

Question

michelle, my belle...

does it mean beautiful as a substantive adjective?

Update:

actually it's ma belle

which raises a new question

what the hell does ma belle mean

Answer 1

Favorite Answer

It's a term of endearment. Someone I know calls me that all the time. It means "beautiful one." It's like saying "honey" or "darling" in English but a bit stronger.

Answer 2

Yes, or my "adorable" one; more commonly, beautiful.