Brouille (en. Quarrel)

/bʁuj/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
State of confusion or disorder.
The confusion in communication caused misunderstandings.
La brouille dans la communication a causé des malentendus.
Personal conflict or disagreement.
There was a fallout between the two friends due to a misunderstanding.
Il y a eu une brouille entre les deux amis à cause d'un malentendu.
verb
To make something confusing or murky.
The clouds obscure the view of the landscape.
Les nuages brouillent la vue du paysage.

Etymology

From Old French 'brouiller', which means to trouble or mix.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to resolve a conflict
To restore relations after a conflict.
sortir de la brouille
to be on bad terms
To be in disagreement or conflict with someone.
être en brouille
to create a rift
To create confusion or misunderstandings.
mettre en brouille

Related Words

to confuse
To make murky or confusing.
brouiller
confusion
State of disorder or uncertainty.
confusion
disagreement
Lack of agreement or harmony between people.
désaccord

Slang Meanings

To have a bad relationship with someone.
They are on bad terms after that argument.
Ils sont en brouille après cette dispute.
To be in a complicated situation.
I'm in a mess with my plans right now.
Je suis dans une brouille avec mes projets en ce moment.