Bob (en. Bob)

/bɔb/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A short haircut, often worn by women.
She decided to get a bob for the summer.
Elle a décidé de se faire un bob pour l'été.
A light movement up and down.
The boat was bobbing due to the waves.
Le bateau faisait un bob à cause des vagues.

Etymology

From the English word 'bob' meaning a swinging motion.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to bob
To make a swinging motion.
faire un bob
to be in a bob
To be in a vague or disorganized situation.
être dans le bob

Related Words

cut
Action of cutting, especially hair.
coupe
bangs
Short strands of hair cut across the forehead.
frange
style
A way of presenting oneself, particularly in clothing or hairstyle.
style

Slang Meanings

To have a bob means to be relaxed or cool.
This guy is really bob with his casual look.
Ce type est vraiment bob avec son look décontracté.
A bob can also refer to a small gift or surprise.
I have a little bob for you, just to please you.
J'ai un petit bob pour toi, juste pour faire plaisir.