As an adjective:
* Méchant: This is the most common translation for "mean" in the sense of unkind, nasty, or cruel.
* Vilain: This is another common translation similar to "mean," but can also mean "ugly" or "bad."
* Cruel: This is a direct translation for "cruel" but can be used in the same sense as "mean" in some cases.
* Avare: This means "stingy" or "greedy" and can be used to describe someone who is "mean" with their money.
* Malveillant: This means "malicious" or "ill-willed" and can be used for someone who is intentionally "mean."
As a verb:
* Signifier: This means "to signify" or "to mean" in the sense of conveying a meaning.
* Signifier: This can also be used as a noun to refer to the sign or symbol that carries a meaning.
To find the most appropriate translation, consider the context of the sentence. For example:
* "He's a mean person." -> "C'est une méchante personne."
* "That's a mean trick." -> "C'est un vilaine truc."
* "The teacher gave us a mean look." -> "Le professeur nous a lancé un regard cruel."
To get the most accurate translation, provide me with the complete sentence.