superstitieux

superstitious

adjective sü-pehr-stee-SYE Rare

Usage Note

Superstitieux describes a person or behaviour driven by superstition (une croyance superstitieuse). The feminine form is superstitieuse. The corresponding noun is la superstition. Common superstitions in France include the number 13 being lucky (unlike in many Anglo cultures) and spilling salt as a bad omen.

Examples

"Il est trop superstitieux pour ouvrir un parapluie."

Natural Translation

He is too superstitious to open an umbrella indoors.

Literal Translation

He is too superstitious to open an umbrella.

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