English–French

“lovely” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁavisɑ̃/

Example

Ton sourire est ravissant.

Your smile is lovely.

Illustration for ravissant (lovely)

How to say “lovely” in French

“Lovely” in French is ravissant.

A lovely sight, person, or detail that produces immediate admiration and affection.

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

Example sentences with ravissant

Le village est ravissant au printemps.

The village is beautiful in spring.

Tips for using ravissant

  • Ravissant is more emphatic and sometimes more literary than everyday joli or beau, though it remains natural for sincere praise.

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