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    Canaille (en. Scoundrel)

    /ka.naj/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A unscrupulous individual, often regarded as a thug.
    This rascal stole the play.
    Ce canaille a volé la pièce de théâtre.
    A derogatory term for a gang of wrongdoers.
    The ruffians of the city were arrested by the police.
    Les canailles de la ville ont été arrêtées par la police.
    An individual of bad reputation.
    Don't trust that guy, he's a real rascal.
    Ne fais pas confiance à ce type, c'est une vraie canaille.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'canaille' meaning 'a group of notorious people'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a rascal
    To show cunning or slyness.
    être une canaille
    rascal at times
    Indicates that the person, while generally good, has moments of mischief.
    canaille à ses heures

    Related Words

    canaillette
    Pejorative diminutive for a woman considered malevolent.
    canaillette
    canailleur
    An individual even more malicious than a rascal.
    canailleur

    Slang Meanings

    Beggar
    Look at that beggar, he really has no education.
    Regarde ce gueux, il n'a vraiment pas d'éducation.
    Homeless person
    The homeless person hanging around the park is a rascal.
    Le clochard qui traîne dans le parc est une canaille.
    Lout
    That lout respects no one, he's really a rascal.
    Ce goujat ne respecte personne, c'est vraiment une canaille.