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    Figaro (en. Figaro)

    /fi.ɡa.ʁo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A theater character who is often a cunning servant.
    In 'The Barber of Seville', Figaro helps Rosine escape.
    Dans 'Le Barbier de Séville', Figaro aide Rosine à s'échapper.
    A man who is skilled in the art of manipulation.
    He plays the role of Figaro using his intelligence to get out of tricky situations.
    Il joue le rôle de Figaro en utilisant son intelligence pour sortir des situations délicates.
    Refers to a model or archetype of cunning and ingenuity.
    His behavior reminds us of the Figaro from Beaumarchais' stories.
    Son comportement nous rappelle le Figaro des contes de Beaumarchais.

    Etymology

    The word 'Figaro' comes from the main character of Beaumarchais' plays, dated from the 18th century.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to look for a Figaro
    to look for a clever help to solve a problem.
    chercher un Figaro
    to play the Figaro
    to act cunningly, often to deceive someone.
    faire le Figaro
    to be a Figaro
    to be someone very skilled in a field.
    être un Figaro

    Related Words

    beaumarchais
    Author of the plays featuring Figaro.
    beaumarchais
    servant
    A servant, often related to Figaro.
    valet
    comedy
    The theatrical genre to which Figaro belongs.
    comédie

    Slang Meanings

    A cunning or manipulative man in a situation.
    This guy is a real Figaro, always looking for a trick.
    Ce type est un vrai Figaro, toujours à la recherche d'une astuce.
    Refers to a person who skillfully manages to get out of a difficult situation.
    After everything he has been through, he deserves to be called Figaro.
    Après tout ce qu'il a traversé, il mérite d'être appelé Figaro.