French word

amusant

Pronunciation

IPA/amyzɑ̃/

Meaning

  • adjectiveamusing

Example

Ce film est amusant.

This film is amusing.

Illustration for amusant (amusing)

More examples

Je trouve ça amusant.

I find that amusing.

Core concept

Something that turns ordinary time into pleasant entertainment and often prompts laughter.

Common phrases

  • vraiment amusant

    really amusing

  • quelque chose d'amusant

    something amusing

  • trouver ça amusant

    find that amusing

Similar words

drôle: Humorous or comical enough to make people laugh.
marrant: Amusing in an informal, everyday way that sparks laughter.
sympa: Warm, personable, and appealing to others.
passionnant: Highly engaging and exciting enough to hold complete attention.

Definition in French

S'emploie pour qualifier ce qui divertit ou suscite le rire de manière plaisante.

Word origin

The adjective amusant comes from the present participle of amuser, which developed from Old French amuser, built from a- and muser.

Usage tips

  • Drôle often emphasizes something funny or odd, whereas amusant more broadly describes something that provides enjoyable entertainment.

Other meanings

  • funadjective
  • funnyadjective

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