Meaning of "jobbernowl" in English

The term "jobbernowl" is an archaic English word that refers to a foolish or stupid person. It is often used in a humorous or derogatory sense to imply someone who lacks intelligence or common sense. The word can be traced back to old English usage and has largely fallen out of modern colloquial speech. Despite its rarity in contemporary language, it holds a certain charm and historical significance as a quirky descriptor for someone not exhibiting sharp wit.

Meaning of "jobbernowl" in French

In French, the word "jobbernowl" has no direct equivalent and is not commonly used. If translated, it could be likened to terms such as "imbécile" or "crétin," which are used pejoratively to describe someone of low intelligence. Like in English, these terms can carry connotations of foolishness or stupidity, often used humorously or insultingly to highlight a lack of mental acuity.

Pronunciation of "jobbernowl" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [ˈdʒɒbərˌnoʊl].

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "jobbernowl" remains largely consistent, with no significant regional variations within English-speaking areas. It may be pronounced slightly differently based on individual accent and speech patterns.

Pronunciation of "jobbernowl" in French

Phonetic Transcription: Since "jobbernowl" is not a standard word in French, it would be pronounced as in English [ˈdʒɒbərˌnoʊl].

Pronunciation Variations: As a non-native term in French, it does not feature any specific dialect or regional pronunciation variations. It is typically adapted as closely as possible to the English pronunciation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The comedian called himself a jobbernowl to amuse the audience. (Le comédien s'est qualifié de jobbernowl pour amuser le public.)
  2. Don't be such a jobbernowl; you know better than that. (Ne sois pas un tel jobbernowl ; tu sais mieux que ça.)
  3. The novel's protagonist was portrayed as a lovable jobbernowl. (Le protagoniste du roman était dépeint comme un jobbernowl attachant.)
  4. Their plan failed because one of the group acted like a jobbernowl. (Leur plan a échoué parce qu'un membre du groupe a agi comme un jobbernowl.)
  5. Even the brightest child can occasionally act like a jobbernowl. (Même l'enfant le plus brillant peut parfois se comporter comme un jobbernowl.)
  6. They laughed off the mistake, calling him a jobbernowl. (Ils ont ri de l'erreur, le qualifiant de jobbernowl.)
  7. The character's jobbernowl antics added comic relief to the story. (Les pitreries de jobbernowl du personnage ont ajouté un allègement comique à l'histoire.)
  8. In her frustration, she muttered that he was a complete jobbernowl. (Dans sa frustration, elle a murmuré qu'il était un jobbernowl complet.)
  9. The children's book featured a curious jobbernowl on an adventure. (Le livre pour enfants mettait en vedette un jobbernowl curieux en pleine aventure.)
  10. His jobbernowl behavior was forgiven in light of his good intentions. (Son comportement de jobbernowl a été pardonné à la lumière de ses bonnes intentions.)

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

Synonyms: fool, dunce, nincompoop, simpleton, dolt, idiot, buffoon, dimwit, nitwit.

Antonyms: genius, intellect, sage, thinker, scholar, savant, wise person, intellectual.

Similar Words: blockhead, numskull, dunderhead, bonehead, moron, clod, halfwit.

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

Synonyms: imbécile, crétin, idiot, sot, benêt.

Antonyms: génie, intellectuel, sage, érudit.

Similar Words: nigaud, balourd, lourdaud.

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