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    Mou (en. Soft)

    /mu/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to an object that is soft or weak to the touch.
    The cushion is very soft.
    Le coussin est très mou.
    Refers to a person who is not energetic or shows little determination.
    He is too soft to make decisions.
    Il est trop mou pour prendre des décisions.
    Denotes a soft or pleasant texture to the touch.
    This fabric is incredibly soft.
    Ce tissu est incroyablement mou.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'mollis', meaning 'soft, tender'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a soft character
    To be a docile or non-confrontational person.
    avoir un caractère mou
    to be soft as cheese
    To be very weak or lacking energy.
    être mou comme un fromage
    a soft word
    A term without strength or impact.
    un mot mou

    Related Words

    flexibility
    Ability to bend without breaking.
    souplesse
    tenderness
    Quality of being tender.
    tendreté
    flaccidity
    State of being flaccid or soft.
    flaccidité

    Slang Meanings

    A person who lacks personality
    He's a real softie; he never asserts himself.
    C'est un vrai mou, il ne s'impose jamais.
    Describes something unengaging
    This movie was completely soft.
    Ce film était tout à fait mou.