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Superstar Beyoncé is all set to leave her mark in French history as she has earned a coveted spot in the latest edition of a French dictionary. The 42-year-old singer is one of 40 people to be included in the Larousse dictionary, according to People report, UK newspaper The Times and French outlet France 24. This milestone adds another achievement to the illustrious career of the 42-year-old artiste. (Also Read: Beyonce’s ‘Not a Country Album’ Cowboy Carter is testament to an experience that…)
a noun in the dictionary
Beyoncé’s inclusion in the revered LaRousse dictionary is a testament to her Louisiana Creole heritage. The musician, who recently released his eighth studio album Country Carter, is listed as a proper noun in the 2024 edition of Petit Larousse Illustre, first published in 1905. His name is in the category of ‘American singer of R&B and pop’. ,
Her name was added to the Oxford English Dictionary 20 years after another word related to the singer was added, bootylicious. This time, the inclusion not only celebrates Beyoncé’s contributions to music but also highlights her cultural importance on a global scale.
The Larousse dictionary is known for its encyclopedic coverage of language and culture. It has a tradition of updating its pages with important words and persons on an annual basis.
other inclusions
Others included in the 2024 entries are actor Cate Blanchett, NBA icon LeBron James and acclaimed director Christopher Nolan. The new entries “reflect this year’s concerns, developments or strong movements”, Karine Girac-Marinier, head of dictionaries and encyclopedias at Larousse, told French outlet Le Point. The names are prepared by a jury. They produce an annual list of 150 words and persons who are well known among French-speaking communities.
Big year for Beyonce
The multiple Grammy Award-winning artist had released his highly successful eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter, just over a month earlier. It debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart on April 13. Cowboy Carter also charted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums, Americana/Folk Albums and Top Album Sales charts. In fact, the album made her the first black woman to have a country number one album.
Talking about music, it was also a hit among his fans. It included a cover of the Dolly Parton track Jolene, which the icon praised. “Wow, I just heard Jolene,” Parton, 78, wrote on social media after the album’s release. (Read: Beyoncé shares ‘Cowboy Carter’ track list ahead of album, mentions Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson)
Next, Beyoncé will be back on the big screen with the release of her animated film, Mufasa: The Lion King. She has once again lent her voice for the role of Nala in the film.
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