Surnom (en. Nickname)
/syʁ.nɔm/
Synonyms
- alias
- appellation
- diminutif
- sobriquet
Slang Meanings
Nickname given in a friendly context.
Everyone calls him 'Doc' because he is the smartest in the group.
Tout le monde l'appelle 'Doc' parce qu'il est le plus intelligent du groupe.
Derogatory or mocking nickname.
He received the nickname 'clumsy' because of his clumsiness.
Il a reçu le surnom de 'boulet' à cause de ses maladresses.