English–French

“disappointing” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/dɛsəvɑ̃/

Example

Ce plat est décevant.

This dish is disappointing.

Illustration for décevant (disappointing)

How to say “disappointing” in French

“Disappointing” in French is décevant.

A promised result that leaves a gap between expectation and satisfaction.

Full entry for décevant: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with décevant

Le film était décevant.

The film was disappointing.

Tips for using décevant

  • Décevant describes the disappointing thing, while déçu describes the person who feels disappointed.

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