Recorded in its modern clothing sense in the late 19th century, fringue comes from fringuer, meaning to dress someone. The older verb also meant to leap or dance, and its deeper origin is uncertain.
Recorded in its modern clothing sense in the late 19th century, fringue comes from fringuer, meaning to dress someone. The older verb also meant to leap or dance, and its deeper origin is uncertain.
What does fringue mean?
Fringue is a familiar French word for a garment. Its plural fringues commonly means clothes.
Why is fringue often plural?
Fringues usually refers to someone's clothes as a group, while singular fringue points to one item.
Is fringue formal French?
No. Fringue is familiar or popular French, so vêtement is safer in formal writing.
Is fringue masculine or feminine?
Fringue is feminine, so French uses une fringue and des fringues.
How do you pronounce fringue?
Fringue is pronounced /fʁɛ̃g/, with a nasal vowel and a final hard g sound.
What is the difference between fringue and fripe?
Fringue can be any casual item of clothing, while fripe usually suggests used or second-hand clothing.