Aweille! | Expressions Québec

Have you heard "tiguidou" and wondered what it means? Aweille! helps you understand Quebec words and expressions, with explanations in French and tips on how to use them correctly.

Whether you're planning a trip to Quebec, have just moved there, or are simply curious about the local dialect, keep this Quebec dictionary handy.

FIND THE MEANING OF AN EXPRESSION
Look up a word or expression and see its meaning. Discover the different meanings of a term and the expressions that use it. "Tiguidou"? Perfect, impeccable… or even: understood, that works!

AVOID FALSE FRIENDS
A familiar word can surprise you in Quebec. Bleuets are blueberries. The "trap" cards compare the Quebec meaning with the meaning in France to help you avoid misunderstandings.

EXPLORE EVERYDAY VOCABULARY
Browse words by situation: family and friends, clothing, home, food, transportation, and much more. Also discover the colorful expressions that give Quebec French its distinctive character.

IDENTIFY THE RIGHT CONTEXT
Consult the register guidelines available in the fact sheets. A familiar expression among friends isn't always appropriate for a job interview.

KEEP YOUR DISCOVERIES
Save the words and expressions you want to find in your notebook. Add your own words to keep track of what you hear every day.

A NEW EXPRESSION TO DISCOVER EVERY DAY
Open the app to discover the expression of the day and enrich your Quebec vocabulary, one discovery at a time.

Let's go! Discover Quebec expressions.