French Conversation · Level 127
45 words
French word
canon
Pronunciation
IPA/kanɔ̃/
Meaning
- adjectivegorgeous
Example
Il est canon ce soir.
He looks gorgeous tonight.
More examples
Ta photo de profil est canon.
Your profile picture is cool.
Core concept
A strikingly attractive appearance that gives its subject an impressive presence.
Common phrases
avoir l'air canon
look cool
vraiment canon
really cool
une photo canon
a cool photo
Similar words
beau: Beautiful and appealing in appearance.
joli: Sweetly cute and pleasant to look at.
stylé: Chic and fashionable in clothing or overall vibe.
mignon: Lovable and heartwarming in appearance or gestures.
Definition in French
Signifie qu'une personne ou un objet plaît beaucoup visuellement, proche de « beau/belle » au registre familier.
Word origin
French extended canon, meaning a model or standard, to the idea of an ideal beauty and then uses it as a familiar adjective.
Usage tips
- Canon is familiar and evaluative, so beau or belle is safer in formal writing and restrained social situations.