con / conne

kɔ̃ / kɔninsult, anatomical, intelligence

What does con / conne mean? con / conne is a French moderate that translates to “stupid / idiot / asshole (fem: bitch)” in English.

cunt / stupid person

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"stupid / idiot / asshole (fem: bitch)"

Originally vulgar slang for female genitalia (cunt), now primarily means 'stupid' or 'idiot' in France. The feminine 'conne' is more offensive than 'con'.

Arrête d'être con ! (Stop being stupid!) / Quelle conne ! (What a bitch/idiot!)

Context

  • Casual conversations with friends
  • Informal settings where profanity is accepted
  • Direct confrontation (use with caution)

Avoid

  • Professional or formal settings
  • Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations

Cultural Context

In France, greatly softened from original meaning; similar to English 'jerk' or 'idiot'. In Quebec and Belgium, remains highly vulgar. In Southern France, used as interjection like 'damn'. Jacques Chirac famously used 'con comme une valise sans poignée' (stupid as a suitcase without a handle).

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