Mordi (en. Bite)

/mɔʁ.di/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Qualifies something that has a strong or irritating taste.
This dish is really mordi with all those spices.
Ce plat est vraiment mordi avec toutes ces épices.
Pertains to a sharp or incisive character.
His critique was mordi, but fair.
Sa critique était mordi, mais juste.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'mordre', related to strong sensations.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a mordi
To be angry or irritated
avoir un mordi
mordi like a snake
To be particularly sneaky
mordi comme un serpent
a mordi of jealousy
An intense feeling of jealousy
un mordi de jalousie

Related Words

mordre
The act of biting or injuring with the teeth.
mordre
bite
Mark left by a bite.
morsure
morbidity
The state of that which is related to a disease.
morbidité

Slang Meanings

Dangerous or risky
This neighborhood is mordi at night.
Ce quartier est mordi la nuit.
Exciting or intriguing
This movie is mordi, you should watch it.
Ce film est mordi, tu devrais le regarder.