Drôles (en. Funny)

/dʁol/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to something that is comical or humorous.
This joke is really funny.
Cette blague est vraiment drôle.
Can qualify an unexpected and amusing situation.
He made a funny face when he saw the show.
Il a fait une drôle de tête en voyant le spectacle.
Refers to a strange but amusing behavior.
She has a very funny sense of humor.
Elle a un sens de l'humour très drôle.

Etymology

From the Latin 'drolis', meaning 'comical'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a funny look
to have a comical or surprising expression.
avoir un drôle d'air
it's funny
it's amusing.
c'est drôle
funny situation
an unexpected and amusing situation.
drôle de situation

Related Words

humor
Ability to make people laugh or to appreciate humor.
humour
farce
A comic act or joke, often exaggerated.
farce
comedy
A genre of theater or film aimed at entertaining through laughter.
comédie

Slang Meanings

a bit crazy
He's a bit funny, but we love him like that.
Il est un peu drôle, mais on l'aime comme ça.
twisted
This story is really funny, very twisted.
Cette histoire est vraiment drôle, très tordue.