Pardieu (en. By god)

/paʁ.djø/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

interjection

Expresses a reaction of surprise or admiration.

Pardieu, what a beautiful landscape!

Pardieu, quel beau paysage !

Used to strengthen a statement or assertion.

Pardieu, I am certain of my decision.

Pardieu, je suis certain de ma décision.

Expresses a form of astonishment at an unexpected situation.

Pardieu, I didn't expect that!

Pardieu, je ne m'attendais pas à cela !

Derived from the Latin 'per Deum', meaning 'by God'.

Pardieu, how incredible it is!

Expresses intense admiration.

Pardieu, que c'est incroyable !

He said that, pardieu!

Expresses astonishment at a statement.

Il a dit ça, pardieu !

Pardieu, I didn't know that!

Shows surprise regarding new information.

Pardieu, je ne le savais pas !

God

Supreme being in the Christian religion.

Dieu

to forgive

To grant forgiveness for an offense.

pardonner

pardon

A plea for clemency or remission.

pardon

Used to express great surprise.

Pardieu, that's news that is going around the world!

Pardieu, c'est une nouvelle qui fait le tour du monde !

A synonym for respect or admiration expressed strongly.

Pardieu, I admire him for his courage!

Pardieu, je l'admire pour son courage !