Merle (en. Blackbird)

[mɛʁl]

Synonyms

  • merle noir
  • oiseau chanteur
  • turdus

Slang Meanings

A slang term designating a cunning person.
This young man is a real blackbird, he always knows how to get by.
Ce jeune homme est un vrai merle, il sait toujours se débrouiller.
Used to refer to someone who sings badly.
He sings like a blackbird, it's not pleasant to hear.
Il chante comme un merle, ce n'est pas agréable à entendre.