This is the 11043rd most frequent French word.
ploucs
"Ploucs" refers to unsophisticated or uncultured people, often translated as "hicks" or "rednecks."
In this sentence, 'ploucs' is used informally and colloquially to refer to people considered unsophisticated or overly rural.
Les ploucs sont arrivés à la fête avec des vêtements inhabituels.
The hicks arrived at the party wearing unusual clothes.
Here, 'ploucs' carries a stereotype nuance, denoting individuals perceived as uncultured due to their rural lifestyle.
Il ne faut pas juger les gens comme des ploucs juste parce qu'ils vivent à la campagne.
One should not judge people as hicks just because they live in the countryside.
In this context, the term 'ploucs' is used metaphorically, possibly indicating those who are simple in lifestyle but kind-hearted.