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    Chien (en. Dog)

    /ʃjɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Pet animal, generally considered a faithful friend of man.
    My dog accompanies me everywhere.
    Mon chien m'accompagne partout.
    Carnivorous mammal, member of the Canidae family.
    Dogs are often used for police work.
    Les chiens sont souvent utilisés pour les travaux de police.
    Faithful friend, trustworthy person.
    He is my best dog; I can confide everything to him.
    Il est mon meilleur chien, je peux tout lui confier.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'canis', through Old French 'chien'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a guard dog
    To have a dog to protect.
    avoir un chien de garde
    to be a real dog
    To be very loyal and devoted.
    être un vrai chien
    like dogs and cats
    To be in constant conflict.
    comme un chien et un chat

    Related Words

    puppy
    Young dog.
    chiot
    female dog
    Female of dog.
    chienne
    canine
    Related to dogs.
    canin
    canid
    Family of mammals including dogs, wolves, etc.
    canidé

    Slang Meanings

    A faithful and loyal friend.
    He's my dog; I can always count on him.
    C'est mon chien, je peux toujours compter sur lui.
    A term of endearment for a close person.
    Hey my dog!
    Salut mon chien !