Basic Insults · French
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French · Français
Translation
menteur
Romanization
menteur
Pronunciation
mon-tuhr
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
menteur — a risky phrase that can escalate a conversation for "liar".
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FAQ
You say "menteur" in French. The romanized form is "menteur", and a simple pronunciation cue is "mon-tuhr".
This entry is marked as rude. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "mon-tuhr" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "menteur".
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.