Popinot (en. Popinot)

/pɔ.pi.nɔ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Little child, a kid.
The popinot is playing in the garden.
Le popinot joue dans le jardin.
A mischievous child.
This popinot is always getting into trouble.
Ce popinot fait toujours des bêtises.
A young child with an endearing behavior.
Look at this popinot, he is adorable!
Regarde ce popinot, il est adorable !

Etymology

Uncertain origin, probably from French slang.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a popinot that squeaks
to have a child who cries or complains.
avoir un popinot qui couine
to take a popinot under one's wing
to protect or take care of a young child.
prendre un popinot sous son aile

Related Words

kid
A child, often mischievous.
gamin
child
A young human being, usually under 18 years old.
enfant
kid
Child, especially a street child or a free child.
môme

Slang Meanings

Kid, a child who loves to play.
The little popinot next door is always making noise.
Le petit popinot du voisin fait toujours du bruit.
Mischievous or naughty child.
This popinot has managed to cause trouble again.
Ce popinot a encore réussi à faire des siennes.