Monstre
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In Cajun French "monster" is Monstre. The best known Louisiana monster is the rougarou, a werewolf-like creature from Cajun folklore. It is also called Loup-garou.
Meaning: frightening creature (noun)
Ways to say it
| French | Note |
|---|---|
| Monstre | standard |
| Rougarou | Louisiana folklore |
| Loup-garou | folklore |
Monstre is the general word. Rougarou refers to the legendary creature and is used for local stories, festivals and warnings to children.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Rougarou comes from the French loup-garou, which means "werewolf". In Louisiana the spelling and pronunciation have shifted in local use.
Did you know?
- The rougarou is a figure of Cajun folklore that was traditionally used to keep children from wandering outside at night.
Examples in context
- Il y a un monstre dans le bayou.There is a monster in the bayou.
- Le rougarou rôde la nuit.The rougarou prowls at night.
Example conversation
Grandfather Remy tells his grandson Paul a story on a porch in Louisiana.
- RemyFais attention au rougarou, Paul.Watch out for the rougarou, Paul.
- PaulC'est un monstre?Is it a monster?
- RemyOui, mais c'est juste une histoire.Yes, but it is only a story.
