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French Parts

The following French words are not based on common "parts" as our Greek and Latin sections. Therefore they can't be dissected into building blocks. Try to assimilate these words into your speech and you will sound multi-cultural and impressive!

blasé' - bored feeling

Bonnie was feeling blasé' about her wardrobe.

chic - stylish

Jun-luk bought a new chic outfit.

debonair - charming

Bonnie's boyfriend was debonair with all her friends.

elite - superior

Marie was a member of an elite social club.

entrepreneur - someone with a new risky business venture.

Pierre proved he was an entrepreneur when he ventured into business buying and selling perfume for profit.

envoy - messenger

Philip was a political envoy from Paris.

gourmand - glutton

Pierre padded his pallet and his derrière. He was a gourmand.

connoisseur - expert

Michelle was a connoisseur of fine perfumes. She wore only the best for the debutante's gala.

bourgeoisie - middle class

Devon was a contributing member of the bourgeoisie.

valet - manservant attending another's needs

Valet parking has become the norm for an au courant wedding.

nouveaux - new

faux - fake

Marie purchased a nouveaux faux fur coat. She looked like a parvenu.

parvenu - one with sudden wealth, without proper social graces.

protégé' - Peter was a protégé' of Monet.

apropos - by the way

liaison - bond, go between

Lindsee' was a liaison between the United Nations and France. She was chosen by the regime for her bouffant coiffure. Her fiancé wore a toupee.

facade - front

Thomas had a dwelling with a brick facade. He hid behind the facade of being wealthy.

vogue - fashion

Polyester is now in vogue, but may be gone tomorrow.

fatigue - tired

Lucille was fatigue after staying up to late with Peter studying for her French test.

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