Vulgaires (en. Vulgar)
[vylɡɛʁ]
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Which is common and devoid of finesse.
He has a vulgar language that shocks people.
Il a un langage vulgaire qui choque les gens.
Which lacks taste or delicacy.
That joke was really vulgar.
Cette blague était vraiment vulgaire.
Described as an unpleasant behavior or attitude.
His vulgar attitude put him in a bad position.
Son attitude vulgaire l'a mis dans une mauvaise position.
Etymology
From Latin, the term 'vulgaris' means 'common' or 'ordinary'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
vulgar language
A language that uses inappropriate or offensive words.
langage vulgaire
vulgar behavior
An attitude that is deemed in poor taste or offensive.
comportement vulgaire
vulgar aesthetics
A style that lacks refinement or sophistication.
esthétique vulgaire
Related Words
vulgarity
Character or action that is coarse and offensive.
vulgarité
profanity
Language or remarks that lack respect or are offensive.
profanité
coarseness
Lack of delicacy in words or actions.
grossièreté
Slang Meanings
Someone who speaks inappropriately.
This guy is so vulgar, he doesn’t know how to behave.
Ce type est tellement vulgaire, il ne sait pas se tenir.
A term used to qualify something of little value.
It’s a vulgar movie, I do not recommend it.
C'est un film vulgaire, je ne le recommande pas.