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rude in French

rude in French is impoli, malpoli — rude means not polite; showing a lack of respect for others.

rude in French

impoli
adj
Lacking in refinement or civility; bad-mannered; discourteous.
malpoli
adj
Lacking in refinement or civility; bad-mannered; discourteous.

What does "rude" mean?

  1. adjective Not polite; showing a lack of respect for others.
    "It was rude of him to interrupt the speaker."
  2. adjective Roughly made or lacking sophistication.
    "They built a rude shelter out of branches and leaves."
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rude in a sentence

  • It was rude of him to interrupt the speaker.
  • She apologized for being rude to the waiter.
  • They built a rude shelter out of branches and leaves.

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What is "rude" in French?

"rude" in French is impoli, malpoli. rude means: Not polite; showing a lack of respect for others.

How do you use "rude" in a sentence?

Example: "It was rude of him to interrupt the speaker." In French, "rude" is impoli, malpoli.

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

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "rude": impoli, malpoli.

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