French Conversation · Level 126
51 words
French word
bricoleur
Pronunciation
IPA/bʁikolœʁ/
Meaning
- masculine nounDIY enthusiast
Example
Il est bricoleur le week-end.
He does DIY on weekends.
More examples
Il est bricoleur et aide souvent à la maison.
He is a DIYer and often helps around the house.
Core concept
A practical tinkerer who fixes or makes household items with readily available materials.
Common phrases
bricoleur du dimanche
Sunday DIYer
être bricoleur
be a DIYer
Similar words
bidouilleur: A person who tinkers with small components and wiring to get things working or modify them.
touche-à-tout: A person who takes on a wide range of tasks and tries doing everything independently.
Definition in French
Désigne une personne qui pratique le bricolage à domicile, c'est-à-dire qui effectue de petits travaux manuels ou des réparations, souvent le week-end.
Word origin
Bricoleur is derived from French bricoler, with -eur identifying the person associated with the verb's activity.
Usage tips
- Bricoleur can suggest an amateur or improvised approach, so it does not necessarily mean a qualified tradesperson.
Other meanings
- handymannoun
Opposites
- spécialisteexpertnoun