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    Moeurs (en. Morals)

    /mœʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A set of rules and behaviors of a society.
    The mores of this region are very different from mine.
    Les moeurs de cette région sont très différentes des miennes.
    The moral or ethical behavior of an individual.
    He has very rigid morals and does not accept the slightest transgression.
    Il a des moeurs très rigides, il n'accepte pas la moindre transgression.
    Particular usages or customs of a community.
    The mores of the ancients were often very strict.
    Les moeurs des anciens étaient souvent très strictes.
    Characteristics or cultural values of a group.
    The mores of today's youth are influenced by social media.
    Les moeurs de la jeunesse actuelle sont influencées par les réseaux sociaux.

    Etymology

    The word 'moeurs' comes from the Latin 'mores', which refers to customs and habits.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to change one's mores
    To modify one's habits or behaviors.
    changer ses moeurs
    loose morals
    Behavior considered immoral or frivolous.
    moeurs légères
    to respect customs
    To conform to the usages and practices of a society.
    respecter les moeurs

    Related Words

    ethics
    Science of good and evil that regulates behaviors.
    éthique
    moral
    Related to the principles of morality.
    moral
    custom
    Social or cultural practice long established.
    coutume

    Slang Meanings

    To have loose morals.
    She goes out a lot and has loose morals.
    Elle sort beaucoup et a des moeurs légères.
    To live according to one's morals.
    Everyone must live according to their own morals without worrying about the judgment of others.
    Chacun doit vivre selon ses moeurs sans se soucier du jugement des autres.