French translation of quean is 
quean

Meaning of "quean" in English

The word "quean" is an archaic term in English, primarily used during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. It refers to a woman of questionable character or morals, often synonymous with a disreputable woman or a prostitute. Over time, the word has fallen out of common usage and might not be familiar to many today. Historically, it was a derogatory term reflecting societal attitudes towards women who defied conventional roles or behaviors. Understanding such terms provides insight into historical language and social dynamics.

Meaning of "quean" in French

In French, the word "quean" is not used or recognized in the same way as in English. The term has no direct equivalent in contemporary French vocabulary. While translations might attempt to convey the historical context of the English term, French does not have a corresponding word with the same historical and social implications. Understanding the context and historical usage in English is essential when discussing this term.

Pronunciation of "quean" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /kwiːn/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "quean" is not commonly varied regionally or dialectically, given its archaic status. It closely resembles the pronunciation of "queen," though today it's rarely spoken outside of historical discussions or literary contexts.

Pronunciation of "quean" in French

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Pronunciation Variations: Since "quean" is not a recognized French word, there are no standard pronunciations or variations found in French linguistic settings.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The old play featured a mischievous quean causing trouble.
   (La vieille pièce présentait une coquine qui causait des ennuis.)

2. A quean in the marketplace was known for her sharp tongue.
   (Une coquine sur le marché était connue pour sa langue acérée.)

3. He accused her of being a quean, though she was innocent.
   (Il l'a accusée d'être une coquine, bien qu'elle soit innocente.)

4. Stories of a notorious quean spread through the village.
   (Des histoires d'une coquine notoire se répandaient dans le village.)

5. She was wrongly labeled a quean by those who misunderstood her.
   (Elle a été à tort étiquetée comme une coquine par ceux qui l'ont mal comprise.)

6. The term quean was often used pejoratively in the past.
   (Le terme coquine était souvent utilisé de manière péjorative dans le passé.)

7. Many ballads include a quean character to add intrigue.
   (De nombreuses ballades incluent un personnage de coquine pour ajouter de l'intrigue.)

8. In literature, a quean might be an antagonist or a comedic figure.
   (Dans la littérature, une coquine pourrait être une antagoniste ou une figure comique.)

9. The quean in the tale was depicted with both wit and charm.
   (La coquine dans le conte était dépeinte avec à la fois de l'esprit et du charme.)

10. Although rarely used today, "quean" can be a window into past vernacular.
    (Bien que rarement utilisé aujourd'hui, 'coquine' peut être une fenêtre sur le langage du passé.)

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

Synonyms: trollop, hussy, wench, jade, harlot, strumpet, floozy, doxy, courtesan, vixen.

Antonyms: lady, gentlewoman, prude, innocent, maiden.

Similar Words: bawd, drab, dame, minx, wanton.

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

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