Mr. Big
The English phrase "mr. Big" can be expressed in French as Mr. Big.
The term is used as a nickname for an individual who is the leader of a criminal organization or someone who holds a great deal of power.
Which one should you use?
A playful and informal option is to refer to 'Mr. Big' as Monsieur Tout-Puissant, which translates to 'Mr. Almighty'.
Did you know?
- The word caïd, used for a 'big shot', entered French from the Ottoman Turkish word 'kaid', which designated a military governor or leader.
- French speakers may use the expression faire le gros bras to describe someone trying to act like a 'Mr. Big' or a tough guy.
- While Monsieur Tout-Puissant is a common way to describe a powerful figure, it is often used with a heavy layer of irony or sarcasm to mock someone whose ego outweighs their actual authority.
Examples in context
- Regardez Monsieur Tout-Puissant en actionLook at Mr. Big in action
Example conversation
Manon and Gabriel are discussing a mysterious boss.
- ManonQui dirige vraiment tout ça ?Who is really running all this?
- GabrielIl y a un certain Mr. Big dans l'ombre.There is a certain Mr. Big in the shadows.
- ManonEst-ce qu'il est dangereux ?Is he dangerous?
- GabrielOui, c'est le Mr. Big le plus craint.Yes, he is the most feared Mr. Big.
