French Conversation · Level 48
74 words
French word
aimable
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛmabl/
Meaning
- adjectivefriendly
Example
La serveuse est aimable.
The waitress is friendly.
More examples
Il a été très aimable avec nous.
He was very friendly with us.
Core concept
A friendly presence shown through polite behavior that puts another person at ease.
Common phrases
être aimable
be friendly
très aimable
very friendly
une personne aimable
a friendly person
Similar words
gentil: Marked by kindness and goodwill toward another person.
accueillant: Creating a hospitable atmosphere for visitors.
chaleureux: Conveying strong warmth and friendliness.
souriant: Having a consistently smiling expression or manner.
Definition in French
Qui montre de la gentillesse et met l'autre à l'aise par son comportement.
Word origin
French aimable developed from Latin amabilis through Old French amable and is related to the verb aimer.
Usage tips
- Aimable often describes courteous behavior toward customers, strangers, or acquaintances without implying deep affection.
Other meanings
- kindadjective
- pleasantadjective
Opposites
- désagréableunpleasantadjective
- antipathiqueunlikableadjective
Related words
- aimabilitéfriendlinessnoun
- aimablementin a friendly manneradverb