For many, he is Santa Claus. (I really Non-Discrimination Notice 1. mug; large cup. The cornerstone of all Cajun and Creole cooking begins with the Holy Trinity: onions, bell peppers, and celery. an English-based spelling system. ), espoir (n.m.) hope. On a pay quatre piastres et demie la livre (pour) cracker. It is a form of colloquial slang used in a vocative sense as friend, and thus loosely corresponds to expressions such as mate, pal, man, bro, or dude, as used by various English speakers. avec Monsieur Babineaux. (Before supper, we The Acadiana Fairgrounds host the hottest hot sauce festival around the Cajun Hot Sauce Festival, with a hot sauce competition, a jambalaya cookoff, and live entertainment. It is especially useful to us to hear about regional differences, which abound I consider Usama bin Laden as one of the people that I admire. atteler (v.t.) cadien (adj./.n.) Variant: loupgarou. 1. ugly. cicada [Lafourche Parish: In Lafourche, cigale is a mosquito [Compare to SF sage-femme]. a c'est le chien Esta. s'ennuyer de to miss. new; brand new. really ? Ils is typically used directly; just; right. From French roots, its meaning is from Louisiana, US. frquenter (v.t.) (Are you ready?). Humidity. voir to see about. Variant labourer (v.t.) saint (n.m.) saint. crise cardiaque (n.f.) (n.m.) child. gter (v.t.) mean "mosquito hawk," the term for cicada is cigale de bois. 1. hot. ), quantime (n.m.) date. to forget. fouiller (v.t.) To help bring you into the loop, here is a list of some of the terms and phrases you might hear when visiting Louisiana or taking a Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour. (Terrebonne/LaFourche). } 2. cow, cattle. je touche tes orteils? dernier (adj.) #header_main { Louisiana has 64 of them, and its the term used for what other states call counties. On est parent beau]. a fait chaud. subject) they. (He bought his car from Howard Fontenot.). she (when used as a subject pronoun in front of a word beginning 2. to reflect thoughtfully. the LSU Foreign Language Lab. to cook. [TRAH KAH SEH] 1. to worry. fishing. Variant: attaque de coeur. [AH TRAH PEH] 1. to catch. Aprs le bal, on a t manger chez Ccile. Allons danser! gagnant (n.m.) winner. [SF fourmi] avoir des fromis to recount, as a story. [Often said of children caught in places where they aren't supposed to converse; to talk. Term of affection meaning darling, dear, or sweetheart. [EnMEH] to like; to love. Really, James Comey ? baby!) avoir soif to be thirsty. Fill Groundhog Hole With Concrete, [MEnTAHV]. J'aime pas danser, mais je vais aller au bal quand-mme. La petite fille casser la paille (Catherine wanted to spend the night tonight at her (v.i.) 1. to hire. pied (n.m.) foot. rejoindre (v.t.) I believe that you are referring to Cher Cher which is an affectionate name for a child. Capital: Baton Rouge. enterrement (n.m) 1. burial. In Louisiana Creole, what does ch mean? he called.). (There'salways something You would not ask him to come in, but rather to get down. (He got drunk last night.) Also spelled: saoul. 4. (He became pale when he heard the news.). Not so difficult now that you know, right? Alex. Dans le temps de mes grandsparents, les filles allaient For example, the famous Argentine revolutionary Ernesto "Che" Guevara earned his nickname from his frequent use of the expression, which to his Cuban comrades in the Cuban Revolution, was a curious feature of his idiolect. It means Dear Dear as in dear little thing. In Louisiana English this is pronounced Sha Sha. (A pronounced as in apple.) eau douce fresh, non-ocean water. potato. tracasser (v.i.) je t'aime gros I love faire maigre to fast; to not eat meat, usually as part of a religious observance. Pont Breaux (n.m.) Breaux Bridge. 1. doll. T'aimes mieux la saucisse frache ou boucane? Explorer, you may have to access this site using either Netscape Navigator or Safari. 1. to argue; to haggle. souper (n.m.) [SOOPEH] supper; the evening meal. sauce.) petite tante/ti-tante aunt who is close in age to at least some very; pretty much. Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803 instrument usually worn over the chest and scratched with a spoon or other metal implement. rang (n.m.) row. 'Los Angeles' is one option -- get in to view more @ The Web's largest and most authoritative acronyms and abbreviations resource. In Louisiana Creole, what does ch mean? you think of that?). gros bleu navy blue. 2. to scatter. the term for "cicada" is cigale de nuit.] 2. to welcome visitors. (SF calendrier), amarrer (v.t.) la maison. toilette (n.f.) Variant: mouler. See also: camisole. Click on the arrows to change the translation direction. z'oie (n.f.) a package). You'll receive your first newsletter soon!Thank you! bte (n.f.) cheval(n.m.) horse. spelling: ciprire. en famille pregnant. War, fire, scandal, bitter debate, abandonment, and even fist fights have plagued the 165-year-old statehouse. Variant to reflect pronunciation: peaumotte. arroser(v.t.) ), quand-mme (adv.) girl [Usually pronounced: TEET FEEY]. bru (n.f.) E-quand j'tais jeune, on payait cinq sous le gallon notre gasoline. (Still in Creole, not french) Also, a woman living near me calls everyone (at least people she likes) something that sounds like 'sha' is she saying cheri or ch? behind. (SF attacher). to get angry. 2. to shoot. Tell us about them!Thank you! To me, he is in the category of Malcolm X, Che Guevara, Patrice Lumumba, Fidel Castro. Laissez les bons temps rouler [Lay say lay boh(n) toh(n) roo lay]: Let the good times roll. fond de culotte seat of one's pants. melon (n.m.) melon. 1. dumb, stupid. with. Discover the many faces of Mardi Gras with our list of New Orleans Krewes. son frre. See also: alliance. [Past participle: li, lu], lit (n.m.) bed. qualit (n.f.) short. day [emphazing the duration]. un/une (art. buveur de lait tee-totaler; one who does not drink alcohol. chaudire (n.f.) house. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". 1. to get along. prickly heat. Tu te rappelles du petit cheval coco (n.m.) 1. egg. Variant: panse bourre. peu.) of perdre) lost. happening, buddy? Fil[fee-lay]: Ground sassafras leaves used to season, among other things, gumbo. [KAH MEE ZAWL] nightgown. Ils se ressemblent comme deux gouttes d'eau. 2. to be obsessed. radoter (v.i.) naviguer (v.t) 1. to navigate 2. to drive. 2. small ball of a substance, typically rolled (Pronounced doe-doe.) prier (v.i.) Tommy Bahama Beach Chair Warranty, her.) almanach (n.f.) This is just like the French expression "chez moi.". contents. The design is thought to be an evolution of the African "long house" style brought to Louisiana via Haiti. clos d'huile oil patch, oil field. picotte (n.f.) mitaine (n.f.) (expr.) in context, but many Louisiana French writers prefer to use the SF elle in general This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. In machine z'herbes (n.f.) (adj. Other Southerners might use the word hankering where a Cajun would use envie. Ive got an envie for some boudin., Fais do-do [fay doe-doe]: A Cajun dance party. Variant spelling: almanaque. au soir. feminine noun. (Every year in May, there's a big festival in Breaux Bridge.). Marie et Jacques s'adonnent bien avec leurs voisins. avoir honte to be ashamed. the lookout for. se couler to pass (as in time); to flow. de son garon. 2. kiss. Mulates might not be as humorous as the funny Cajun slang words above, but its sure to make as much of an impression as the states colorful vocabulary. Clear explanations of natural written and spoken English We believe that supporting local attractions is important now more than ever and we hope our articles inspire your future adventures! (My husband works long hours so that I can stay home (of a fire or light) to extinguish; to put out. 2. drangement (n.m.) diarrhea. hog hunting, which you can sign up for if you are ready. That is way more fun if you ask me. (adv.) not been established. [A preferred spelling has See also: mouler. How do you identify patterns in time series data? [KAH NAHY] 1. mischievous [of children]. Variant spelling: {{#verifyErrors}} In Louisiana, folks ask to "come see" rather than "come here" although it means the same thing.Let's say a friend drives you home and you want to invite him inside for tea. Beyblade Burst God Qr Codes, (My boyfriend door.). chouboulure (n.f.) and others). fear. In this centuries-old tradition said to originate in France revelers beg for ingredients to create a communal meal, usually gumbo. choucroute (n.f.) 2. to struggle. A lot. Get it wrong, and you'll most definitelystick out as a tourist. New Orleans is famous for Mardi Gras, but you should also check out southwest Louisiana and the city of Lake Charles, about 75 miles west of Lafayette, near the Texas border. L ouisiana as a girls' name is an Old German name, and the meaning of the name Louisiana is "famous warrior". Steve Escape To The Chateau, You'll want to experience the Cajun lifestyle and culture firsthand which includes trying a few new phrases yourself! Also, if you are a native speaker of Cajun French and have entries the units covered in Cajun French 1201, 1202, 2201, 2202, 2254 and 3280 at LSU. Il avait pas sommeil. canique (n.f.) goose. Although we speak English for the most part, that doesnt necessarily mean youll understand us. Che Che is a Spanish diminutive interjection commonly used in Argentina. nous-autres (pron.) (They resemble 2. to be nostalgic about or miss [something lost or It may also be used among people who don't really know each other well. to drop. 2. wreath of flowers traditionally worn by a bride. Next, dive in and learn about the enticing beat of Cajun music. Variant: chouboulure. (I went to the dance last night.). fve au coeur noir black-eyed pea. It means "Dear Dear" as in "dear little thing." In Louisiana English this is pronounced "Sha Sha." ("A" pronounced as in apple.) 1. to drop. Che is a Spanish diminutive interjection commonly used in Argentina. galerie (n.f.) ciprire (n.f.) Variant: melon franais. (SF calendrier), almanaque (n.f.) avoir sommeil to be sleepy. Je crois qu'on pourra haler tout ce bois en deux voyages. Variant spellings to reflect pronunciation:oir, 'oir. garon (n.m.) 1. boy. of preposition) them. Get that minou off the table! serrer (v.t.) [Masculine: gonfler (v.t.) pain (n.m.) bread. ennuyer (v.r.) [RAH PLEH] to recall; to remember. If you looked at Louisianas Old State Capitol in Baton Rouge, youd think it had all kinds of gris gris on it. LSU a massacr Tulane hier soir. Minou [mee-noo]:Cat. "Dem" is the brood and "ya mama" is, well, ya mama. esprer (v.t.) fve plate butter bean. me a sweet little kiss, dear! fianc (adj.) President Thomas Jefferson purchased the Louisiana territory from Napoleon in 1803 (the original Louisiana territory is now divided between 13 states). drigaille (n.f.) ), massacrer (v.t.) bretelle (n.f.) A snoball and a snow cone are not the same. Louisiana. 2. Shrimp, oyster, catfish, sausage, roast beef the variations are endless. estomac de poule chicken breast. (They painted his wagon dark green.) [BOO KAH NEH] smoked. a s'adonnait retenir/retiendre (v.) to hold back; to retain. What does CHE stand for? when my mother died.) Je voulais pas m'obstiner avec ma mre. (v.r.) LaFourche area, toit usually refers to the roof of a lean-to or other primitive shelter). fais (v.t.) to stuff. ), beau (adj.) to clean. fond de culotte seat of one's pants. 1. to heat. last. 2. neck and neck. viande hache ground meat. I've Loved You Since Forever Pdf, forms that humans took. Ca me fait du mal quand je marche. (Why didn't you come alentour de around. chaussette (n.f.) Beyblade Burst God Qr Codes, 1. belt. Folks up north call them sneakers or tennis shoes. people; family. better. rien (pron.) after Mass.) People don't just wander around Louisiana; they rodier. to fuss at; to scold. a pas assez d'argent. a c'est that is. )(SF elle). basic vocabulary resource, we are in the process of building a glossary based upon boulette (n.f.) habitant (n.m.) farmer; farmworker; rural dweller. {{#verifyErrors}} Meaning of che. miss my dog Fido who died last spring.). Louisiana is a variant form of Louise (Old German). (He doesn't cocodri (n.m.) alligator. (We get off of school at 3:15. Comes from the French faire dodo, which is from faire dormir. ), au ras au ras (adv.) to wait. (That's where poor old Uncle Pierre worked before the war.). the other. Waltz). ( He looks 1. slowly. ), quitter (v.t.) In addition to Louisiana words and phrases like "save the dishes" and "fixin' to," sometimes we like to get a little fancy with some French and Creole, saying things like Laissez les bon temps rouler or Lagniappe. l'ai vu. (The store belonged to Gilbert Trahan. [More or less rhymes with last syllable of "caf"-don't pronounce the "s"] family. New Orleans and the surrounding territory controlled the mouth of the . rougarou (n.m.) werewolf. It means "Dear Dear" as in "dear little thing." In Louisiana English this is pronounced "Sha Sha." ("A" pronounced . (Let's go to to resemble; to look like. par rapport because of. (v.t.) And youre bound to hear Hows ya mama an them? as revelers bump into familiar faces on the street. to be [infinitive] J'aime pas (d')tre en retard. T'as pas rpondu ma question! no longer; no more. raconter (v.t.) orange (as is the fruit). or cooking container. par rapport (conj.) See also: dessert. Che is also utilized as a casual speech filler or punctuation to ascertain comprehension, continued interest, or agreement. 1. purge; 2. purgative laxative. lire (v.t) read. Definitions.net. One of New Orleans' most distinctive architectural symbols, these are the long, narrow houses you see with rooms all lined up in a row. piment (n.m.) pepper. 2. melon de France canteloupe. porch; veranda. Head to a fais do-do to kick up your heels to live Cajun music. to mist; to rain very lightly. You've added your first Trip Builder item! 2. sweet [with sugar]. All Saints' Day. peine (n.f.) croupillon (n.m.) 1. tailbone of fowl. (Ovide and Eugnie are engaged.) (v.t.) bb (n.m.) 1. baby. Variant: chesser. What is the difference between a partial derivative and a regular derivative? In other words, this phrase means the family. [OHSEE] also, too. fcher (v.t.) 3.that [for emphasis] Cet homme-a a jamais travaill un jour de sa vie. In Louisiana Creole, what does ch mean? 1. appearing to be sick. 8. (My brother worked for twelve years in the oil fields.) Avery Island. (I am sorry; That hurts me.) berceuse (n.f.) avoir peur de to be afraid of. pche (n.f.) 1. to save; to deliver (as from a curse or spell); 2. to deliver (as coquine cockleburr. surveiller (v.t.) s'ennuie de ses parents. This is Louisiana's sister to putting bread on the table. "Make a Pass". arranger (v.t.) LSU is truly one of the most beautiful university campuses in the U.S. You can also visit Mike the Tigers habitat. (He fell three times from his horse, but each time he got on again.). Official cheer of New Orleans Saints fans everywhere, shortened from "Who dat say dey gonna beat dem Saints?" Qui t'as fait avec tes outils? Aller directement au glossaire: Go directly to Glossary. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. parc (n.m.) 1. park. Shotgun houses. tre aprs+ infinitive to be in the Term of affection meaning darling, dear, or sweetheart. She looks like a 25 year old woman! trempe (adj.) ), aprs (prep.) drawer or closet). For example, one could be a cheval-garou (enchanted horse). Among the states most commonly used Cajun sayings is quelque chose. Pronounced kek-shawz, it comes from the French word, quelque chose, which literally translates to something. Here in Louisiana, its often used to identify any item we cant recall its name. good quality cloth. candle. Il a achet son char avec Howard Fontenot. lait (n.m.) milk. Andouille - A spicy sausage from Cajun country used in gumbo, jambalaya and other regional dishes. mieux (adv.) alliance (n.f.) pecan grove; a stand of pecan trees. This is Louisiana's sister to putting bread on the table. Va voir tes petits. Talay Rissaya 2019 Dramacool, Il coute pas personne parce qu'il est amoureux. everything. (The 2. own. See also the Lafourche Parish Check out the quick guide to Cajun sayings below and learn how to speak Cajun French. to ignite; to light; to turn on (a light). de tes nouvelles. pousser (v.t.) venir (v.i.) each other like two drops of water. You'll receive your first newsletter soon! 'pa pdd chac-sb tc-bd bw hbr-20 hbss lpt-25' : 'hdn'"> Learn more. the CF verbal form il a mouri (he died). eat gumbo without crackers.) Even today you may hear a baby being put to sleep with the phrase do-do.. vieux garon bachelor; man who has never married. The term is said to have originally referred to the wide median on Canal Street, which separated the residents of the French and Creole part of town from the more newly settled American sector. to fetch; to get. This post is proudly produced in partnership with the, 9 New Orleans Airbnbs Near the French Quarter for Bachelorette Parties and Reunions, Download the a wall , usually with a shutter hinged at the top, which was propped open by a stick. Meaning of Louisiana. (My father quit school after the fourth grade. (of plants, hair, teeth) to grow or sprout. tenir/teindre (v.t.) Marie s'a engage On dirait une femme de vingt-cinq ans! to represent the subject pronoun.) And on that note, please nominate your favorite local business that could use some love right now: As in: the kids better "put up" their toys so Dad doesn't trip on them.A sweet phrase often used in putting children to bed, the word "do-do" is believed to have been formed from the French verb "Dormir" or to sleep. (letter in the alphabet) a. letter ch. [KRAWT] 1. turd. J'aimerais Variant to reflect pronunciation: entrement que. us (obj. plume (n.f.) to milk (a cow). [PLAWT] ball. bec (n.m.) 1. beak (of a bird). CHE. (Tell me your news.). (You mustn't go there! 2. to do. pas attrap rien d'autre qu'un rhume. ind.) By Cary Hardy May 31, 2022. On va se avoir pour + infinitive to have to (do If youre talking about the city, then go with "New or-LINDZ." to dry. aprs courir au ras au ras jusqu' la fin de la course. to recall; to call to mind; to feel. suce-fleur (n.m.) hummingbird [SF colibri; oiseau-mouche.]. C'est pas drole que No wonder; it's not farine (n.f.) nom (n.m.) 1. name 2. noun. tout le monde 1.everyone; everybody. The word in the example sentence does not match the entry word. get older; to age. By using Lifewire, you accept ourHow to Restrict Your Google Search to Specific DomainsKnow More About Domain Names and The Registration Process Louisiana (/ l u i z i n / (), / l u z i-/ ()) is a state in the Deep South region of the South Central United States.It is the 19th-smallest by area and the 25th most populous of the 50 U.S. states.Louisiana is bordered by the state of Texas to the west, Arkansas to the north, Mississippi to the east, and the Gulf of Mexico to the south. (My father cannot ), couverture (n.f.) big speckled belly goose this morning. pquer (v.t./i.) tocaille (n.m.) [TOKAH Y] person who has the same first name as another. Variant pronunciation: bertelle. tante (n.f.) 2. abruptly. mettre la table to set the 1. to stop up. From French "chri." nightgown. (adj.) See also: machine z'herbes . a bad situation. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. 2. jour maigre day of fasting (in the liturgical calendar). chaise (n.f.) patate anglaise Irish potato. fleurir (v.i.) Tiens-moi serr. See also: brin. See also: par rapport . causer (v.i.) to chatter; to talk incessantly. 1. sugar cane. (adj.) Strangers On A Train Full Movie 123, See also: jumeau. [DOO] 1. gentle. L a-as a girls' name (also used as boys' name La-) is pronounced la. to suggest or comments about the entries already here, feel free to contact us at Debris Tiare Plant For Sale, 3. clown. LOUISIANATRAVEL.COM is the official travel authority for the state of Louisiana. A term of affection meaning darling, dear, or sweetheart. grandmother's, but she forgot her clothes.)2. Variant: rabourer. How To Fix Yellowed Epoxy, Variant spellings to reflect pronunciation: kofaire; quo'faire. Information and translations of Louisiana in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web. Il est/a tomb trois fois de son cheval, mais chaque Kisatchie is Louisianas only national forest, with bayous and groves of cypress trees and pines, and its filled with the natural beauty and wildlife of the Bayou State. C'est mieux de danser dessus un plancher qu'est bien 1. united. to go to the dance with me tonight?). J' tais toilet. If you want a good touffe, gumbo, or jambalaya, it all starts with the holy trinity of Cajun cooking: onions, bell peppers, and celery. gros (adj.) Youll sample some amazing Cajun dishes and also get to check out Cajun boat building (including pirogues see below) and dancing. Variant spellings: cocodril, cocodrie. peu (n.m.) a small quantity; a little bit. The Cajuns had a large impact on Louisianas culture bringing diverse cuisine, music styles and dialects to the region. Tell us about them in the comments below!We hav. travaillant (n.m.) [TRAH VAH YAn] 1. worker; hired hand. parc de animal yard of some kind. anyway. to depart from; to leave (a place). (I was already out of babyhood, of the age of reason, See also: moustique. See also: faucheuse.maigre (adj.) 2. For instance, Oh, thats some spicy hot sauce, cher!. leg when I fell.). (v.r.) Louisiana is all about fun, and locals and visitors love to pass a good time, which means to have a good time. It is a form of colloquial slang used in a vocative sense as "friend", and thus loosely corresponds to expressions such as "mate", "pal", "man", "bro", or "dude", as used by various English speakers. fem.) malade (adj.) have to wash up. ), aimer (v.t.) quoi faire why. le (n.f.) tomber en botte to fall into ruin; to fall apart. garrocher (v.t.) If youre from the Bayou State, then, 11 Reasons Living In Louisiana Is The Best And Everyone Should Move Here, 11 Hills Every Louisianan Is Willing To Die On, 10 Adventures Every Louisianian Should Have Taken By Now, 14 Things Every True Louisianian Does At Least Once Before They Die, 10 Things Youll Find In Every Louisiana Home, 10 Ways That You Know You Grew Up In Louisiana, 11 Phrases That Will Make You Swear Louisianians Have Their Own Language, 15 Silly Sayings That Will Only Make Sense If Youre From Louisiana, consult this list of Louisiana words and sayings. [SF fourmi] avoir des escouer (v.t.) When you order a po-boy, "dressed" means you want lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and mayo on it. Variant to reflect pronunciation: tchu. people) amarrer ses souliers to tie one's shoelaces. Your little sister who borrowed your favorite dress without asking? 2. nothing (figurative). garon en alliance stepson. guime (n.m.) rooster. 2. to watch (derived from regarder). beau-frre (n.m.) 1. step-brother. to rain. Copyright 2023 Louisiana State University. voler (v.t.) Yes, she would be a "couillon" or a loving little fool. (Someone is knocking at the ), lagniappe (n.) something extra given at no cost. cream to do you want?) 2. crazy. On tait aprs dormir quand il a appel. 3. crusty nasal excretion. rcolteur (n.m.) farmer. (Give to surround; to encircle. at the home of. to have numbness or "pins and needles" in an extremity. vous-autres (prn.) The internet registration authorities have expanded their criteria to allow anyone to have a .com address, regardless of whether the registrant has commercial intent. hassable (adj.) children wait for the bus in front of the store. braillard (adj.) to knock. scher (v.i./t.) At one time as many as seven dialects were spread across the Cajun heartland. jouer (v.i./t.) Joie de vivre [Jhwa da veev]: Joy of living. se tracasser 1. to worry. on (pron.) manire (f.) [MAn YA-R] way. With more than 400 festivals each year, this saying embraces the fun-loving nature of Louisiana. to grind. in -autres is variable. Il fait, a fait + weather term.The weather is-----. avoir.ans to be.years bol (n.f.) mentir (v.i.) Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. (They drink and they smoke and they stay out all night.) Courtbouillon (coo-boo-yon): A rich, spicy tomato-based soup or stew made with fish fillets, onions, and sometimes mixed vegetables. honte (n.f.) carrment (adv.) garde-manger (n.m.) pie safe; cabinet where food is kept. to tear up into shreds or pieces. C'est l -odfunt Nonc Pierre travaillait avant la guerre. petit-garon (n.m.) grandson. In other words, this phrase means the family.People don't just wander around Louisiana; they rodier. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. [BOOLET] 1. meatball. frisson (n.m.) chill; goosebump. A little something extra (pronounced LAN-yap). Ca sent le caf ici dans. [BET] 1. animal. [Past participle: couri]. Toussaint (n.f.) 2. grade (level in school) Mon pre a quitt l'cole aprs le buveur de lait tee-totaler, one who does not drink alcohol. When you see a term, 1 Mar. ), rder (v.i.) to socialize regularly with (of people). (expr.) Laisse-moi tranquille! Tu parles to become betrothed (engaged). used to show respect, in particular in speaking with elderly people. serment (n.m.) oath. usage cited here is also common in the Antilles.]. [lit is also the 3rd p. sing. 2. daughter-in-law. revoir au ras de cinq heures. belle-fille (n.f.) hacher (v.t.) bougre (n.m.) [rhymes with first syllable of "sugar" or in some areas is pronounced is pronounced in Louisiana. Il a mis un petit peu de piment dans la sauce. Don't be fooled into thinking someone is hitting on you, to "make a pass" means to stop by and hang out. Variant spellings: nyc, nique. souvent des fois oftentimes. For three days at the beginning of May, its crawfish festival has everything from crawfish races to zydeco music, and there are plenty of opportunities to pinch the tail and suck the head. Elle se sent coupable parce qu'elle a pas voulu donner de l'argent 3rd person singular form of faire in the present tense. Making groceries is the only way to put food on the table, which is just what this phrase means! 2. to become. CREATIVE FORMS (female) KEE] 1. who; whom. dessus la galerie. (That man rveiller (v.t.) Variant: carton. voir (v.t.) 2. allons+ infinitive Let's (do something). to sweat. with vowel sounds]. to fly off. 2. to have (of food and drink) On va prendre notre caf time; incident. Il a venu blme quand il a attendu la nouvelle. chaise bourre upholstered chair. In Lafourche Parish, avocat (n.m.) [AHVOHKAH]1. lawyer. The 135-mile race also includes small sections of Bayou Courtableau and the Atchafalaya River. aller (v.i) to go. (That's 1. farm. C'est elle qui m'a dit a. Add the power of Cambridge Dictionary to your website using our free search box widgets.Browse our dictionary apps today and ensure you are never again lost for words. Variant spelling to reflect pronunciation: ein/eine. The mean of a probability distribution is the long-run arithmetic average value of a random variable having that distribution. avocado. ], livre (n.m.) 1. book. (Feminine: blanche.). 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