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    Morbleu (en. Morbleu)

    [mɔʁ.blə]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    interjection
    Exclamation used to express surprise, anger, or shock.
    Morbleu, what an incredible event!
    Morbleu, quel événement incroyable !
    Used as a curse to express annoyance.
    Morbleu, why must I wait again?
    Morbleu, pourquoi dois-je encore attendre ?
    Expression often employed in a dramatic or comedic context.
    Morbleu, I didn't expect that!
    Morbleu, je ne m'attendais pas à cela !

    Etymology

    Of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a deformation of 'God's Death.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Morbleu, what a disaster!
    Exclamation of surprise in the face of a catastrophic situation.
    Morbleu, quel désastre !
    He dared to say morbleu!
    Indicates that someone has used this exclamation in a shocking manner.
    Il a osé dire morbleu !
    Morbleu, what is happening?
    Expression of confusion or concern.
    Morbleu, que se passe-t-il ?

    Related Words

    sacrebleu
    Similar exclamation of surprise or anger.
    sacrebleu
    parbleu
    Another exclamation to express surprise.
    parbleu
    diable
    Used as a curse or to express annoyance.
    diable

    Slang Meanings

    A strong curse to mark exasperation.
    When he lost his job, he said: 'Morbleu, it's so unfair!'
    Lorsqu'il a perdu son emploi, il a dit : 'Morbleu, c'est trop injuste !'
    Comedic expression to dramatize a situation.
    In the show, the clown shouted: 'Morbleu, I missed my only chance!'
    Dans le spectacle, le clown a crié : 'Morbleu, j'ai raté ma seule chance !'