Marmont (en. Marmont)

/maʁ.mɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Freshwater fish, common in rivers and lakes.
The marmont is highly valued in local gastronomy.
El marmont es muy apreciado en la gastronomía local.
A species of carp found in the river.
Catching a marmont can be an exciting experience.
Pescar un marmont puede ser una experiencia emocionante.

Etymology

From the French 'marmotte,' which refers to a similar fish.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a marmont
To act clumsily or carelessly.
hacer un marmont

Related Words

carp
Freshwater fish that resembles the marmont.
carpa
aquaculture
Fish farming, including the marmont.
piscicultura

Slang Meanings

Colloquial term referring to a clumsy person.
You are a marmont, you always break everything.
Eres un marmont, siempre rompes todo.
Phrase used to describe someone who is not intelligent.
Stop doing those silly things, don't be a marmont.
Deja de hacer esas tonterías, no seas marmont.