French translation of tartuffe is 
tartuffe

Meaning of "tartuffe" in English

In English, "tartuffe" refers to a person who is a hypocrite, especially one who feigns religious piety. The term originates from the title character in Molière’s 1664 comedic play, "Tartuffe, ou l'Imposteur," where Tartuffe is depicted as a conman who pretends to be pious to exploit others. Over time, the name has become synonymous with someone displaying false morality or spirituality. The character's hypocritical nature resonates in English usage, often describing individuals whose actions contradict their professed beliefs.

Meaning of "tartuffe" in French

In French, "tartuffe" shares a similar meaning as in English, denoting someone who is a hypocrite, particularly in religious or moral contexts. The term comes from Molière’s play, where the character Tartuffe embodies deceit and hypocrisy under the guise of piety. In French language and culture, calling someone a "tartuffe" implies they are presenting a facade of uprightness while engaging in immoral or deceitful behavior. It highlights the cultural impact of Molière's work in shaping perceptions of duplicity.

Pronunciation of "tartuffe" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [tɑrˈtuf]

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation can slightly vary between accents, with American English typically emphasizing a more pronounced 'r' sound compared to British English's softer 'r.'

Pronunciation of "tartuffe" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [taʁ.tyf]

Pronunciation Variations: In French, regional accents may affect the articulation, but generally, the Parisian accent is widely understood. The final 'e' may be subtly pronounced, depending on the speaker.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. Tartuffe deceived everyone with his pious façade.
   (Tartuffe a trompé tout le monde avec sa façade pieuse.)

2. We should not trust a tartuffe, no matter how convincing.
   (Nous ne devrions pas faire confiance à un tartuffe, peu importe sa conviction.)

3. She called him a tartuffe for his insincere apologies.
   (Elle l'a traité de tartuffe pour ses excuses insincères.)

4. The politician was seen as a tartuffe by his critics.
   (Le politicien était vu comme un tartuffe par ses critiques.)

5. Beware of tartuffes who preach virtue but practice vice.
   (Méfiez-vous des tartuffes qui prêchent la vertu mais pratiquent le vice.)

6. His tartuffe-like behavior was obvious to everyone.
   (Son comportement de tartuffe était évident pour tout le monde.)

7. The play 'Tartuffe' illustrates hypocrisy beautifully.
   (La pièce 'Tartuffe' illustre magnifiquement l'hypocrisie.)

8. Many regarded him as a modern-day tartuffe.
   (Beaucoup le considéraient comme un tartuffe moderne.)

9. She wrote an essay about the concept of a tartuffe in society.
   (Elle a écrit un essai sur le concept de tartuffe dans la société.)

10. Calling someone a tartuffe is quite an accusation.
    (Traiter quelqu'un de tartuffe est une accusation assez grave.)

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

Synonyms: hypocrite, phony, fraud, charlatan, impostor, pretender, deceiver, conman, dissembler, double-dealer.

Antonyms: honest person, sincere individual, truth-teller, genuine person, straightforward person.

Similar Words: deceiver, fraud, schemer, scoundrel, cheat, faker, liar, insincere person.

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

Synonyms: hypocrite, imposteur, charlatan, fourbe, faux dévot, tricheur, simulateur, trompeur, pharisien, dissimulateur.

Antonyms: personne sincère, honnête, authentique, véridique, franc.

Similar Words: imposteur, fourbe, menteur, simulateur, déloyal, trompeur.

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