Boche
4 synonyms for Boche, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — (dated, offensive, derogatory) A term used by the British and French, especially during the World Wars, to refer to a German person.
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Etymology
Borrowed from French argot boche, popularized among Allied troops during the First World War.
Full origin of Boche →Frequently asked questions
What does “Boche” mean?
The word “Boche” means (dated, offensive, derogatory) A term used by the British and French, especially during the World Wars, to refer to a German person. In plain terms, an old and offensive wartime slur for a German person; now considered dated and derogatory, used mainly in historical contexts.
How do you pronounce “Boche”?
“Boche” is pronounced bosh (/bɒʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Boche” in a sentence?
Here is “Boche” used in a sentence: “The wartime cartoons often used "Boche" as a crude nickname for German soldiers.”
What part of speech is “Boche”?
“Boche” is a noun.
Where does the word “Boche” come from?
The word “Boche” comes from French. Borrowed from French argot boche, popularized among Allied troops during the First World War.
