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sorcier

sorcerer, wizard

noun sor-SYEH Less Common

Usage Note

Sorcier has a feminine form sorcière, which also means witch. In French culture, ce n'est pas sorcier is a common idiom meaning 'it's not rocket science' or 'it's not that complicated'. The distinction between sorcier (wizard, male) and sorcière (witch, often female) is relevant in fairy tales and fantasy contexts.

Examples

"Le sorcier a lancé un sort sur le village."

Natural Translation

The sorcerer cast a spell on the village.

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