what does braquo mean?
Comments. âBraquoâ is a French slang word, apparently originating from the suburbs of Paris, which means a particularly violent heist. There are two reasons why itâs the perfect title for the French cop thriller series.First, the show is not for the faint-hearted.ome have called Braquo Franceâs answer to The Wire or The Shield. Like the Baltimore drama, it is written by ex-cop Oliver Marchal which brings a frisson of realism to the tale. Perhaps this is why his characters are believable.