cochonnerie

rubbish, filth

noun koh-shohn-REE Rare

Also means

junk food, dirty trick

Usage Note

Cochonnerie is an informal word with several overlapping meanings: something dirty or of very poor quality, unhealthy food, or a rude/obscene remark. It stems from cochon (pig). The plural cochonneries often refers to junk food or trashy goods collectively.

Examples

"Ne mange pas ces cochonneries!"

Natural Translation

Don't eat that junk!

Literal Translation

Don't eat those filths!

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