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    Carl (en. Carl)

    /kɑːrl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A man, a guy.
    This carl is very nice.
    Ce carl est très sympathique.
    A man who is part of pop culture.
    He thinks he’s a trendy carl.
    Il se prend pour un carl à la mode.

    Etymology

    Of Germanic origin, the word 'carl' originally referred to a free man or a man of high status.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    he's a true carl
    It's a man who has character.
    c'est un vrai carl
    a carl deserves respect
    A man deserves to be respected.
    un carl se respecte
    you're not a carl
    You are not a man of value.
    t'es pas un carl

    Related Words

    guy
    An informal term for a man.
    guy
    dude
    An American term often used to refer to a man or a friend.
    dude

    Slang Meanings

    A virile or sturdy man
    He has always been seen as a carl among his friends.
    Il a toujours été vu comme un carl parmi ses amis.
    A man who acts in a casual or relaxed manner
    Don't worry, he's just a carl who isn't serious.
    Ne t'inquiète pas, il est juste un carl qui n'est pas sérieux.