city boy

• Terme désignant un homme habitué à la vie urbaine, souvent avec l'implication qu'il est sophistiqué, à la mode, ou peu familier avec la campagne et les activités de plein air.

A term used to describe a man who is accustomed to city life, often implying he is sophisticated, fashionable, or unfamiliar with rural or outdoor activities.

1. Urban dwellerB1informal

   A man or boy who lives in a city and is accustomed to city life, often implying a lack of experience with rural or outdoor activities.

   garçon de la ville

   • He's a city boy, so he doesn't know how to start a campfire.
   • The city boy was amazed by the silence of the countryside.
   • She teased him for being a city boy who had never milked a cow.

2. Stereotypical urbaniteB2informal

   A person who embodies the stereotypes of city living, such as being fashionable, fast-paced, or sophisticated.

   citadin typique

   • With his designer clothes and love for nightclubs, he's a true city boy.
   • The movie portrays a city boy who moves to a small town and learns to adapt.
   • He may be a city boy, but he knows how to navigate the subway like a pro.