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Béjuin (en. Bejune)

/be.ʒœ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A béjuin is a person who laughs often and loves to have fun.

She is always full of life, a true béjuin.

Elle est toujours pleine de vie, une vraie béjuin.

Also refers to a party or festive event.

We had a memorable béjuin at Paul's birthday.

Nous avons eu un béjuin mémorable lors de l'anniversaire de Paul.

Etymology

The word béjuin comes from the old French 'bejouin', a combination of 'be' (beautiful) and 'juin', evoking the brightness and joy of the month of June.

Common Phrases and Expressions

jump for joy like a béjuin

express great joy in an exuberant manner

sauter de joie comme un béjuin

act like a béjuin

behave in a cheerful and carefree way

faire le béjuin

Related Words

cheerfulness

state of being joyful; good mood.

gaieté

festive

that evokes or suggests a celebration.

festif

foolishness

act or word that is senseless or ridiculous, often perceived as funny.

bêtise

Slang Meanings

A béjuin can also refer to a moment of joyful drunkenness.

After a few drinks, he became a béjuin on the dance floor.

Après quelques verres, il est devenu un béjuin sur la piste de danse.

Refers to an eccentric but endearing person.

He is a true béjuin, always making everyone laugh.

Il est un vrai béjuin, toujours à faire rire tout le monde.