goujat
What does goujat mean? goujat is a French moderate that translates to “cad, boor, rude man” in English.
Literal Translation
boor, cad (originally: army servant)
Meaning & Usage
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"cad, boor, rude man"
A man who behaves rudely, especially toward women. Originally meant a lowly army servant in the 16th century, it evolved into an insult for any man who lacks basic courtesy and respect. It's more specific than 'pignouf' — a goujat's rudeness is directed particularly at women.
Examples in the Wild
'C'est un goujat, il a laissé sa copine payer l'addition' — he's a cad, he let his girlfriend pay the bill. 'Quel goujat!' — what a boor!