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malin (adjective)

Having or showing a desire to harm someone; malignant.

💬 Example

"Les médecins ont confirmé qu'il s'agissait d'une tumeur maligne."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'malin' person as someone who has a 'mal' (bad) plan that is actually very 'in' (smart). Or remember: A 'mali...

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'malin' to mean 'mean' to a child. → Using 'méchant'.

Writing 'Elle est maline'. → Elle est maligne.

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