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    Méconnu (en. Unknown)

    /me.ko.nü/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That which is poorly known or ignored.
    This artist is still unknown to the general public.
    Cet artiste est encore méconnu du grand public.
    That which is not recognized for its talent or value.
    He remains an unknown writer despite his literary genius.
    Il reste un écrivain méconnu malgré son génie littéraire.
    Refers to a person or thing that has not received the attention it deserves.
    This play is unknown, yet it is brilliant.
    Cette pièce de théâtre est méconnue, pourtant elle est brillante.

    Etymology

    Derived from the prefix 'mé-' which means 'bad' or 'not' and the verb 'to know'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    an unknown talent
    A talent that is not recognized or appreciated.
    un talent méconnu
    an unknown artist
    An artist who has not gained fame.
    un artiste méconnu
    an unknown book
    A book that is not widely known or read.
    un livre méconnu

    Related Words

    to misrecognize
    Not to know or recognize something.
    méconnaître
    unrecognized esteem
    Esteem that is not recognized or appreciated by others.
    estime méconnue

    Slang Meanings

    A type of talent that is still ignored.
    This writer has a unique style, he is an unknown to discover.
    Cet écrivain a un style particulier, c'est un méconnu à découvrir.
    When something is underestimated.
    This café is unknown, but their cappuccino is the best in town.
    Ce café est méconnu, mais leur cappuccino est le meilleur de la ville.