English–French

“vulgar” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/vylgɛʁ/

Example

Ton langage est vulgaire.

Your language is vulgar.

Illustration for vulgaire (vulgar)

How to say “vulgar” in French

“Vulgar” in French is vulgaire.

A way of speaking or behaving that crosses the line from ordinary familiarity into crude, context-inappropriate coarseness.

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

Example sentences with vulgaire

Ne répète pas ce mot vulgaire.

Don't repeat that vulgar word.

Tips for using vulgaire

  • Vulgaire is stronger than merely informal: familier can describe a casual style without implying offensiveness or bad taste.

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