Blondes (en. Blondes)
[blɔ̃d]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Women whose hair is blonde in color.
Blondes are often associated with stereotypes of naivety.
Les blonds sont souvent associés à des stéréotypes de naïveté.
May refer to a female person with blonde hair.
She is a very beautiful blonde.
Elle est une blonde très belle.
In some cultures, blondes are considered more attractive.
In some advertisements, blondes are often highlighted.
Dans certaines publicités, les blonds sont souvent mis en avant.
Etymology
From Old French 'blond', coming from Latin 'blondus' meaning 'golden'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
blonde as wheat
Refers to a blonde with very light hair.
blonde comme les blés
blondes have more fun
A stereotype suggesting that blondes are happier or more pleasant.
les blonds ont plus de fun
platinum blonde
An extremely light shade of blonde hair.
blonde platine
Related Words
blonde
Generic term for a person with blonde-colored hair.
blond
to bleach
To make hair blonde or lighter.
blondir
Slang Meanings
Blonde with a light or carefree personality.
She acts like a real blonde, without caring about the consequences.
Elle agit comme une vraie blonde, sans se soucier des conséquences.
Sometimes used in a pejorative sense to refer to a naïve girl.
He treated her decision as if she were just a blonde.
Il a traité sa décision comme si elle était juste une blonde.