English–French

“bohemian” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/boemjɛ̃/

Example

Sa façon de vivre est très bohémienne.

Her way of life is very bohemian.

Illustration for bohémien (bohemian)

How to say “bohemian” in French

“Bohemian” in French is bohémien.

An unconventional artist's life, often mobile, that places personal freedom above ordinary social rules.

Full entry for bohémien: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with bohémien

Son appartement a une décoration bohémienne.

His apartment has bohemian decor.

Tips for using bohémien

  • Bohémien may sound admiring when it suggests artistic freedom, but it can sound negative when it suggests instability or rejection of ordinary responsibilities.

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