French Conversation · Level 137
30 words
French word
indiscret
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛ̃diskʁɛ/
Meaning
- adjectiveindiscreet
Example
Sa remarque était indiscrète et a blessé Marie.
Her remark was indiscreet and hurt Marie.
More examples
Pendant le dîner, il a posé une question indiscrète.
During dinner, he asked an indiscreet question.
Core concept
A social brake released, letting words or actions cross the line of tact.
Common phrases
remarque indiscrète
indiscreet remark
question indiscrète
indiscreet question
Similar words
irrespectueux: Behaving rudely while ignoring other people's feelings and social courtesy.
intrusif: Entering personal space or private affairs and causing discomfort.
curieux: Eager to learn facts or details, often through prying questions.
Definition in French
Qui agit ou parle sans tact ni retenue, montrant peu de réserve sociale.
Word origin
French indiscret comes from Latin indiscretus, formed with in- and discretus, which is linked to discernment and restraint.
Usage tips
- Indiscret often modifies question, remarque, or curiosité and can suggest an intrusion into private matters, not merely ordinary curiosity.