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gonzesse

girl, woman (slang)

noun gohn-NESS Less Common

Usage Note

Gonzesse is a colloquial, somewhat derogatory slang word for a woman or girl. It belongs to a familiar or argot register and can be offensive depending on context. The neutral everyday alternatives are femme or fille. Learners should recognise it but use it with caution.

Examples

"C'est une gonzesse que je connais pas."

Natural Translation

She's a girl I don't know.

Literal Translation

It's a girl that I don't know.

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