hobo in French

hobo in French is sans-abri, vagabond, clochard — hobo means a homeless person who travels from place to place, historically often by illegally hopping freight trains.

hobo in French

sans-abri

noun

vagabond

noun

(North America) A wandering homeless person, especially (historical) one illegally travelling by rail or (pejorative) a penniless, unemployed bum.

clochard

noun

(North America) A wandering homeless person, especially (historical) one illegally travelling by rail or (pejorative) a penniless, unemployed bum.

clodo

noun

(North America) A wandering homeless person, especially (historical) one illegally travelling by rail or (pejorative) a penniless, unemployed bum.

saisonnier

noun

(North America) Any migratory laborer, whether homeless or not.

What does "hobo" mean?

noun A homeless person who travels from place to place, historically often by illegally hopping freight trains.
"During the Great Depression, many hobos rode the rails looking for work."
noun A large, slouchy handbag.
"She carried a brown leather hobo bag over one shoulder."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

hobo in a sentence

During the Great Depression, many hobos rode the rails looking for work.
She carried a brown leather hobo bag over one shoulder.
Avoid bulky styles such as duffle sacks, buckets, doctors' satchels, and hobos.

Similar words in French

bum tramp

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "hobo" in French?

"hobo" in French is sans-abri, vagabond, clochard. hobo means: A homeless person who travels from place to place, historically often by illegally hopping freight trains.

How do you use "hobo" in a sentence?

Example: "During the Great Depression, many hobos rode the rails looking for work." In French, "hobo" is sans-abri, vagabond, clochard.

Are there other ways to say "hobo" in French?

Yes — French has 5 translations listed for "hobo": sans-abri, vagabond, clochard, clodo, saisonnier.

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