Basic Insults · French
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French · Français
Translation
idiot
Romanization
idiot
Pronunciation
ee-dyoh
When to use it
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
Example
idiot — a risky phrase that can escalate a conversation for "idiot".
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FAQ
You say "idiot" in French. The romanized form is "idiot", and a simple pronunciation cue is "ee-dyoh".
This entry is marked as offensive. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "ee-dyoh" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "idiot".
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.