Bourgeoise (en. Bourgeois)
/buʁʒwaz/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Member of the bourgeois social class.
The bourgeois defends her economic interests vigorously.
La bourgeoise défend ses intérêts économiques avec vigueur.
A woman from the bourgeoisie, often associated with a high standard of living.
She is a bourgeois who frequents art galleries.
Elle est une bourgeoise qui fréquente les galeries d'art.
Etymology
Derived from Middle French 'burgeoi's', originating from 'burge', meaning 'citizen' or 'inhabitant of a town'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
angry bourgeois
A bourgeois woman expressing her dissatisfaction with a social situation.
bourgeoise en colère
bourgeois in appearance
A woman who displays a bourgeois lifestyle without having the means to afford it.
bourgeoise d'apparence
to have bourgeois concerns
To care about material issues and personal comfort.
avoir des préoccupations bourgeoises
Related Words
bourgeoisie
The social class that holds means of production.
bourgeoisie
bourgeois
Male member of the bourgeoisie.
bourgeois
to bourgeois
The act of becoming bourgeois or adopting bourgeois manners.
bourgeoiser
Slang Meanings
Bobo
She considers herself bobo, but in reality, she is a bourgeois.
Elle se considère comme bobo, mais en réalité, elle est une bourgeoise.
Chic
This restaurant is really chic, typically bourgeois.
Ce restaurant est vraiment chic, typiquement bourgeois.