Cadio (en. Cadio)

/ka.djo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A cadio is an individual who adopts a detached or frivolous attitude toward life.
He acts like a cadio, taking nothing seriously.
Il se comporte comme un cadio, ne prenant rien au sérieux.
A cadio is also someone who stays outside of social norms.
At school, he is known as the cadio of the class.
À l'école, il est connu comme le cadio de la classe.

Etymology

Of uncertain origin, used in everyday language to refer to a certain lightness of spirit.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a cadio attitude
to adopt a relaxed and nonchalant attitude.
avoir l'attitude cadio
to live like a cadio
to lead a life without worrying about social conventions.
vivre comme un cadio

Related Words

lightness
state of mind regarding events or obligations.
légèreté
nonchalance
attitude of someone who does not care about serious matters.
nonchalance

Slang Meanings

Cool dude
He is really a cadio, always cool and under no pressure.
Il est vraiment un cadio, toujours à la cool et sans pression.
Slacker
Don’t be a cadio, get to work!
Ne sois pas un cadio, mets-toi au travail!