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    Juif (en. Jewish)

    /zɥif/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A person belonging to the Jewish religion.
    He is Jewish and practices his faith.
    Il est juif et pratique sa foi.
    A member of the Jewish people, a community with a common history and culture.
    Jews have a rich cultural tradition.
    Les juifs ont une riche tradition culturelle.
    As a pejorative term, it can be used offensively.
    It is unacceptable to use the word Jew in a pejorative way.
    Il est inacceptable d'utiliser le mot juif de manière péjorative.

    Etymology

    The word 'juif' comes from the Latin 'judaeus', derived from the Greek 'Ioudaios', which means 'of Judah'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the Jewish question
    The issue related to the situation of Jews in society.
    la question juive
    antisemitism
    Hostility or prejudice against Jews.
    antisemitisme
    Jewish community
    The social and cultural group of Jews.
    communauté juive

    Related Words

    kippah
    A small head covering worn by Jewish men as a sign of respect.
    kippa
    synagogue
    A place of worship for Jews.
    synagogue
    Torah
    Sacred text of Judaism.
    Torah

    Slang Meanings

    Used pejoratively to refer to a Jewish person, often in an antisemitic context.
    This term is often used by people with prejudices.
    Ce terme est souvent utilisé par des personnes ayant des préjugés.
    In certain contexts, it can be used as a simple designation, without pejorative connotation.
    He uses 'juif' to talk about his cultural identity.
    Il utilise 'juif' pour parler de son identité culturelle.