Maston (en. Maston)
/mas.tɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
A maston is a man, often used in a friendly or informal context.
Look at that maston over there, he's always smiling.
Regarde ce maston là-bas, il a toujours le sourire.
A male companion or friend.
He's been my maston for years.
Il est mon maston depuis des années.
A man distinguished by his stature or attitude.
He's quite a maston, always ready to help.
C'est un sacré maston, toujours prêt à aider.
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the word 'mastin', a distorted term for a large dog, used in a friendly manner to refer to men.
Common Phrases and Expressions
To be a maston
To be a respected or well-regarded man in one's surroundings.
Être un maston
Heartfelt maston
A very close friend, almost like a brother.
Maston de cœur
Loyal maston
A loyal man, someone to count on.
Maston fidèle
Related Words
mastine
The feminine form of maston, referring to a woman in a friendly context.
mastine
mâts
Refers to a form of greatness or stature, like a maston.
mâts
Slang Meanings
A burly or muscular man.
Look at that maston at the gym, he's lifting enormous weights.
Regarde ce maston à la salle de gym, il soulève des poids énormes.
A friend or buddy.
Hey, maston! Long time no see!
Salut, maston! Ça fait longtemps!
A man with style.
That guy is a real maston, always well-dressed.
Ce gars est un vrai maston, toujours bien habillé.