Beyoncé, flat earths, fast-fashion and angry men: What new words enter the French dictionary?
Every year, dictionaries the world over unveil the new words they are including in their annually revised editions. Keeping an eye on new entries reveal how society is changing and the way in which current events reflect our anxieties and interests, but also shape our language and communication. France’s Le Petit Larousse 2025 - due for publication on 22 May - has already disclosed its new additions. The list of more than 150 words includes words that have made their mark in recent months on several fronts, including feminist discussion, anti-racist vocabulary, as well as words linked to the e...