connard

asshole

noun koh-NAR Less Common

Usage Note

Connard is a strong vulgar insult meaning 'asshole' or 'bastard', used to call someone stupid or contemptible. The final d is silent. The feminine form is connasse. It is highly offensive and restricted to very informal or aggressive speech — learners should recognise it but use it with extreme caution.

Examples

"Ce connard m'a coupé la route."

Natural Translation

That asshole cut me off.

Literal Translation

That asshole me-has cut the road

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