Meaning of "obscene" in English

The word "obscene" in English refers to something that is offensive, disgusting, or indecent, especially in a sexual manner. It describes materials or actions that violate accepted standards of morality or decency, often resulting in shock or disgust. This term is typically used to characterize explicit content that may be considered offensive by public standards. It is commonly applied to language, gestures, or media that are seen as inappropriate or vulgar.

Meaning of "obscène" in French

The French word "obscène" carries a similar meaning to its English counterpart. It is used to describe something that is offensive, indecent, or vulgar, especially in a sexual context. The term refers to actions, gestures, or expressions that go against social norms and are likely to provoke shock or revulsion. In cultural contexts, it might also be used to describe art, literature, or media that transgresses moral boundaries.

Pronunciation of "obscene" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /əbˈsiːn/

Pronunciation Variations: In some dialects, such as certain British accents, you might hear a slight variation in vowel sounds, but generally, pronunciation remains consistent across English-speaking regions.

Pronunciation of "obscène" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɔp.sɛn/

Pronunciation Variations: There is little variation in the pronunciation of "obscène" across French-speaking regions, although accents might slightly alter the vowel sounds.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The movie was banned due to its obscene content. (Le film a été interdit en raison de son contenu obscène.)
  2. He was fined for making obscene gestures in public. (Il a été condamné à une amende pour avoir fait des gestes obscènes en public.)
  3. The comedian's jokes were considered obscene by some audience members. (Les blagues du comédien ont été considérées comme obscènes par certains membres du public.)
  4. Obscene language is prohibited in the workplace. (Le langage obscène est interdit sur le lieu de travail.)
  5. The artwork was criticized for being too obscene. (L'œuvre d'art a été critiquée pour être trop obscène.)
  6. She avoided the book because it contained obscene scenes. (Elle a évité le livre car il contenait des scènes obscènes.)
  7. Obscene graffiti covered the walls of the abandoned building. (Des graffitis obscènes couvraient les murs du bâtiment abandonné.)
  8. The broadcast was interrupted due to an obscene phone call. (La diffusion a été interrompue en raison d'un appel téléphonique obscène.)
  9. Many found the lyrics of the song to be obscene. (Beaucoup ont trouvé les paroles de la chanson obscènes.)
  10. The courtroom was shocked by the witness's obscene remarks. (La salle d'audience a été choquée par les remarques obscènes du témoin.)

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

Synonyms: vulgar, indecent, lewd, crude, offensive, profane, improper, smutty, pornographic, licentious

Antonyms: decent, modest, appropriate, proper, clean, tasteful, pure, refined, innocuous, moral

Similar Words: indecorous, ribald, salacious, suggestive, foul, explicit, outrageous, bawdy, shameless, lascivious

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

Synonyms: vulgaire, indécent, licencieux, grossier, offensant, profane, inconvenant, obscène, pornographique, lascif

Antonyms: décent, modeste, approprié, correct, propre, pur, raffiné, innocent, moral, chaste

Similar Words: indélicat, grivois, salace, suggestif, choquant, explicite, scandaleux, coquin, éhonté, libidineux

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