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v sign

/ˈviː saɪn/

Traduction: Geste de la main où l'index et le majeur sont levés en forme de V, pouvant signifier la victoire, la paix ou, dans certains contextes (notamment en Grande-Bretagne), un geste insultant lorsque la paume est tournée vers l'intérieur.

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/ˈviː saɪn/B1informal
  • frGeste de la main où l'index et le majeur sont levés en forme de V, pouvant signifier la victoire, la paix ou, dans certains contextes (notamment en Grande-Bretagne), un geste insultant lorsque la paume est tournée vers l'intérieur.

A hand gesture made by raising the index and middle fingers in a V shape, which can signify victory, peace, or, in some contexts (especially British), an offensive insult when given with the palm facing inward.

  1. Victory or Peace SignA2informal

    A hand gesture made by raising the index and middle fingers in a V shape, often used to symbolize victory or peace.

    frsigne en V

    • The crowd flashed the V sign as the team won the championship.
    • She made a V sign for peace during the protest.
    • He gave a V sign to the camera after the interview.
  2. Insulting Gesture (UK)B2informalbritish

    In the UK and some other countries, the V sign with the palm facing inward is considered an offensive gesture.

    frV insultant (Royaume-Uni)

    • He made a V sign at the driver who cut him off.
    • The politician was criticized for giving a V sign to the opposition.
    • In some cultures, the V sign can be misinterpreted as rude.