Lupo (en. Wolf)
/lypo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Carnivorous animal from the family of canids.
The lupo haunts the forests of the national park.
Le lupo hante les forêts du parc national.
Sneaky or cunning person.
He is a true lupo in the business world.
Il est un vrai lupo dans le monde des affaires.
Etymology
The word 'lupo' comes from the Latin 'lupus', meaning wolf.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have a lupo in one's paws
To be in a difficult or complicated situation.
avoir un lupo dans les pattes
to be a lupo
To be cunning or crafty.
être un lupo
Related Words
she-wolf
Feminine of the wolf, designating the female.
louve
wolf cub
Young wolf.
louveteau
Slang Meanings
A man who has charm and character.
This guy is a real lupo, all eyes are on him.
Ce type est un vrai lupo, tous les regards sont sur lui.