French Conversation · Level 93
60 words
French word
disgracieux
Pronunciation
IPA/disgʁasjø/
Meaning
- adjectiveclumsy
Example
Ce geste est disgracieux.
This gesture is clumsy.
More examples
Son comportement a été disgracieux devant tout le monde.
His behavior was undignified in front of everyone.
Core concept
A movement or manner that lacks grace and looks awkward or poorly coordinated.
Common phrases
un geste disgracieux
an undignified gesture
un comportement disgracieux
undignified behavior
Similar words
maladroit: Unskilled and awkward in handling things or moving.
inélégant: Unrefined in appearance or movement, with a sloppy air.
gênant: Uncomfortable or embarrassing for those who witness it.
lourd: Ponderous in behavior or speech, dampening the atmosphere.
Definition in French
Qui paraît maladroit ou peu harmonieux dans les mouvements, l'allure ou le comportement.
Word origin
The word combines the negative prefix dis- with gracieux, which comes from Latin gratiosus and is related to Latin gratia, 'grace'.
Usage tips
- French disgracieux usually describes awkward appearance, movements, or manner, while English disgraceful more often means shameful or morally bad.