idler in French
idler in French is fainéant, fainéante — idler means a person who does nothing and avoids activity.
idler in French
fainéant
One who idles; a lazy person; a sluggard.
fainéante
One who idles; a lazy person; a sluggard.
What does "idler" mean?
- noun A person who does nothing and avoids activity.
- noun A lazy person who avoids doing any work.
- noun A sailor who does not have to keep watch at night.
- noun A wheel or pulley in machinery that guides or supports a moving belt or chain without itself driving power.
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What is "idler" in French?
"idler" in French is fainéant, fainéante. idler means: A person who does nothing and avoids activity.
Are there other ways to say "idler" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "idler": fainéant, fainéante.
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