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    Poltron (en. Coward)

    /pɔltrɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A person who lacks courage.
    This man is a true poltroon; he never dares to face challenges.
    Cet homme est un véritable poltron, il n'ose jamais affronter les défis.
    An individual who flees responsibilities out of fear.
    Like a coward, he decided to hide instead of solving the problem.
    Comme un poltron, il a décidé de se cacher plutôt que de résoudre le problème.
    A coward who often shirks from fights.
    Soldiers respect those who are brave and despise cowards.
    Les soldats respectent ceux qui sont courageux et méprisent les poltrons.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'poltrones', derived from 'pullus' meaning 'chicken', symbolizing fear.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be a coward
    Being fearful or timid.
    être poltron
    to act like a coward
    Behaving in a cowardly manner.
    agir comme un poltron

    Related Words

    coward
    Lacking courage, being fearful.
    lâche
    timid
    Struggling to assert oneself or to speak out.
    timide
    courage
    Ability to face fear or pain.
    courage

    Slang Meanings

    Poltroon
    He is really a poltroon, always hiding behind the screen.
    Il est vraiment un poltroon, toujours derrière l'écran.
    Chicken
    Don't be a chicken; face your fears.
    Ne sois pas une poule mouillée, affronte tes peurs.