French translation of macho is 
macho

Meaning of "macho" in English

The term "macho" in English refers to a person, typically a man, who exhibits an exaggerated sense of masculinity. This often includes traits such as dominance, assertiveness, and a perceived superior toughness. The term carries a cultural connotation of chauvinism and can sometimes have a negative implication when it suggests an overemphasis on traditional male roles. It is typically used to criticize behaviors that are seen as overly aggressive or dismissive of femininity.

Meaning of "macho" in French

In French, "macho" carries a similar meaning as it does in English, used to describe someone, usually a man, who embodies a strong sense of traditional masculine traits, often to a fault. The term has negative connotations, as it implies a person who might display arrogance or a dismissive attitude towards women. The cultural nuance includes overconfident and controlling behaviors that align with outdated gender norms.

Pronunciation of "macho" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈmætʃoʊ/

Pronunciation Variations: In different English-speaking regions, "macho" may be pronounced with slight variations in the vowel sounds or stress, but generally retains its recognizable pronunciation.

Pronunciation of "macho" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /maʃo/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, pronunciation remains fairly consistent, with minimal regional variation. The accent may differ slightly depending on whether it's spoken in France or other French-speaking regions.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. His macho attitude often gets him into trouble. (Son attitude macho lui cause souvent des ennuis.)
2. She criticized the macho culture in the workplace. (Elle a critiqué la culture macho au travail.)
3. The movie portrays him as a macho hero. (Le film le dépeint comme un héros macho.)
4. I don't appreciate his macho behavior at parties. (Je n'apprécie pas son comportement macho lors des soirées.)
5. He always tries to act macho around his friends. (Il essaie toujours de jouer les machos autour de ses amis.)
6. There’s nothing wrong with being macho, but respect is important. (Il n’y a rien de mal à être macho, mais le respect est important.)
7. Sometimes, being too macho can be a disadvantage. (Parfois, être trop macho peut être un désavantage.)
8. His friends tease him about his macho posturing. (Ses amis le taquinent sur sa posture macho.)
9. She finds his macho persona off-putting. (Elle trouve sa personnalité macho rebutante.)
10. He realized that his macho act was unnecessary. (Il s'est rendu compte que son numéro macho était inutile.)

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

Synonyms: masculine, manly, tough, vigorous, virile, assertive, domineering, aggressive, chauvinistic, bold.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: masculine, virility, aggressive, machoism, chauvinism, machismo, machismoism, swagger, bluster, bravado.

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

Synonyms: viril, masculin, dominateur, assertif, autoritaire, virilité, chauvin, mâle, agressif, audacieux.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: virilité, agressivité, bravoure, fanfaronnade, audace, domination, force, puissance, fierté, insolence.

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