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impoli

rude

adjective ahm-poh-LEE Rare

Also means

impolite

Usage Note

Impoli is the straightforward antonym of poli ('polite') and is formed with the prefix im-. The adverb is impoliment, and the noun is l'impolitesse ('rudeness'). It is milder than grossier, which suggests vulgarity rather than mere bad manners.

Examples

"C'est impoli de parler la bouche pleine."

Natural Translation

It's rude to talk with your mouth full.

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