ribald in French

ribald in French is grivois, grossier, paillard — ribald means coarsely, vulgarly, or lewdly amusing; referring to sexual matters in a rude or irreverent way.

ribald in French

grivois

adj

Coarsely, vulgarly, or lewdly amusing; referring to sexual matters in a rude or irreverent way.

grossier

adj

Coarsely, vulgarly, or lewdly amusing; referring to sexual matters in a rude or irreverent way.

paillard

adj

Coarsely, vulgarly, or lewdly amusing; referring to sexual matters in a rude or irreverent way.

vulgaire

adj

Coarsely, vulgarly, or lewdly amusing; referring to sexual matters in a rude or irreverent way.

balourd

noun

A person who is filthy or vulgar in nature.

dégoûtant

noun

A person who is filthy or vulgar in nature.

lourdaud

noun

A person who is filthy or vulgar in nature.

sagouin

noun

A person who is filthy or vulgar in nature.

What does "ribald" mean?

adj Coarsely, vulgarly, or lewdly amusing; referring to sexual matters in a rude or irreverent way.

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

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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”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "ribald" in French?

"ribald" in French is grivois, grossier, paillard. ribald means: Coarsely, vulgarly, or lewdly amusing; referring to sexual matters in a rude or irreverent way.

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

Yes — French has 8 translations listed for "ribald": grivois, grossier, paillard, vulgaire, balourd, dégoûtant.

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