Canon
/ka.nɔ̃/
The English phrase "baddie" can be translated into French as Canon.
In the context of works of fiction, Canon refers to a person of bad character.
Meaning: a person of bad character in a work of fiction (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables and is pronounced /ka.nɔ̃/.
Did you know?
- If you call someone canon in a casual setting, you are actually telling them they are extremely attractive. This comes from the older phrase canon de beauté, which refers to a standard of beauty.
- In a historical context, the word Canon could relate to ecclesiastical laws or rules. This highlights how the word shifted from religious 'standards' to aesthetic or fictional 'standards'.
- The evolution of canon from a 'measuring rod' to a 'standard of beauty' shows how the French language often turns mathematical or physical measurements into aesthetic judgments.
Examples in context
- Julie est une véritable bombasse avec son style unique et sa confiance en elle.Julie is a real baddie with her unique style and self-confidence.
Example conversation
Lucas and Léa are discussing a comic book.
- LucasLe canon de l'histoire est trop puissant.The baddie of the story is too powerful.
- LéaOui, mais le héros est plus malin.Yes, but the hero is smarter.
- LucasEst-ce que le canon va perdre ?Will the baddie lose?
- LéaJe pense que oui, Léa a raison.I think so, Léa is right.
Sources
- Pronunciation from the Wiktionary entry canon.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries canon, CC BY-SA 4.0.
