👉 Bourette is a French word that means "buttercup" in English. It's often used as a metaphorical term for someone who has a strong personality or attitude, and can also be used to describe someone who has a hard time expressing their feelings or opinions. The term was popularized by the 1960s singer-songwriter Jean Ferrat, who used it in his song "Bourette" (translated into English as "Buttercup").