French translation of fabliau is 
fabliau

Meaning of "fabliau" in English

A "fabliau" is a short, metrical tale from medieval French literature, characterized by its humorous and often bawdy nature. These tales were typically composed in verse and intended for amusement, often poking fun at societal norms, clergy, or the nobility. The "fabliau" served as a narrative tool to entertain while potentially offering moral lessons. They are notable for their simplicity, directness, and earthy language, providing a snapshot of everyday life during the medieval period. Fabliaux were precursors to more modern comedic storytelling forms.

Meaning of "fabliau" in French

In French, a "fabliau" is a genre of short narrative poetry that emerged in the medieval era. It is known for its comic, often satirical tone and frequently deals with ordinary characters and situations, providing a humorous reflection on society. Typically written in verse, fabliaux are marked by their straightforward narratives and sometimes crude humor, intended to entertain audiences. These tales often convey moral or practical lessons and highlight the intricacies of human nature and follies. They played a significant role in the development of literature by influencing later comedic forms.

Pronunciation of "fabliau" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈfæbli.oʊ/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "fabliau" in English generally does not vary much across dialects, though some may pronounce it with a softer or slightly different vowel sound depending on regional accents.

Pronunciation of "fabliau" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /fa.bljo/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, "fabliau" is universally pronounced with a silent "u," and there are minimal variations in pronunciation across different French-speaking regions. The accent generally remains consistent with standard French pronunciation norms.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The fabliau was a popular form of entertainment in medieval Europe.
   (Le fabliau était une forme de divertissement populaire dans l'Europe médiévale.)

2. Many fabliaux contain moral lessons wrapped in humor.
   (De nombreux fabliaux contiennent des leçons morales enrobées d'humour.)

3. Chaucer's "The Miller's Tale" is influenced by the tradition of the fabliau.
   (Le "Conte du Meunier" de Chaucer est influencé par la tradition du fabliau.)

4. Fabliaux often depict clever peasants outsmarting the nobility.
   (Les fabliaux représentent souvent des paysans astucieux surpassant la noblesse.)

5. The fabliau uses simple language to convey complex ideas.
   (Le fabliau utilise un langage simple pour exprimer des idées complexes.)

6. Scholars study fabliaux to understand medieval society better.
   (Les chercheurs étudient les fabliaux pour mieux comprendre la société médiévale.)

7. The humor in fabliaux can be quite bawdy and irreverent.
   (L'humour des fabliaux peut être assez grivois et irrévérencieux.)

8. Fabliaux provided a voice for the common people of the era.
   (Les fabliaux donnaient une voix aux gens du commun de l'époque.)

9. The structure of a fabliau is typically straightforward and concise.
   (La structure d'un fabliau est généralement simple et concise.)

10. Fabliaux were precursors to modern comedic genres.
    (Les fabliaux étaient des précurseurs des genres comiques modernes.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "fabliau" in English

Synonyms: tale, story, narrative, yarn, anecdote, parable, fable, allegory.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: satire, comedy, ballad, poem, jest, farce, burlesque, mockery.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "fabliau" in French

Synonyms: conte, histoire, récit, fable, parabole.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: satire, comédie, ballade, poème, farce, plaisanterie, burlesque.

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