grassouillet

chubby; plump

adjective grah-soo-YEH Rare

Origin: Diminutive of French gras 'fat', with -ouillet suggesting affectionate smallness.

Usage Note

Grassouillet (feminine grassouillette) is an affectionate, mildly playful adjective for someone who is pleasantly chubby, most often used for babies and children. It is gentler and warmer than gros (fat). Un bébé grassouillet is a common fond description of a healthy, round infant.

Examples

"Le bébé grassouillet souriait à tout le monde."

Natural Translation

The chubby baby smiled at everyone.

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