Sorcier (en. Wizard)

[sɔʁ.sje]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
An individual practicing sorcery.
The sorcerer cast a spell on the village.
Le sorcier a jeté un sort sur le village.
A person who uses magic or rituals to influence events.
She is reputed to be a witch, but she is actually a sorcerer.
Elle est réputée être une sorcière, mais il s'agit en réalité d'un sorcier.
A set of occult knowledge or practices.
The sorcerer's books contain powerful enchantments.
Les livres du sorcier contiennent des enchantements puissants.

Etymology

From the Latin 'sorcerius', related to 'sorcerer' and the word 'spell'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

skilled sorcerer
A sorcerer of good reputation.
sorcier de bon aloi
to be a sorcerer
To have great skill in a discipline.
être sorcier

Related Words

sorceress
Feminine form of 'sorcerer', a woman who practices sorcery.
sorcière
sorcery
The art of performing magical rites.
sorcellerie
spell
A magical formula or gesture used by a sorcerer.
sort

Slang Meanings

An expert in manipulation or mystification.
He acts like a sorcerer in the business world.
Il agit comme un sorcier dans le monde des affaires.
An individual very skilled in a specific field.
This developer is a true wizard of code!
Ce développeur est un vrai sorcier du code!