French word

convivial

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔ̃vivjal/

Meaning

  • adjectivefriendly

Example

Cette ville est très conviviale.

This city is very friendly.

Illustration for convivial (friendly)

More examples

L'accueil était convivial dès notre arrivée.

The welcome was warm from the moment we arrived.

Core concept

A welcoming shared setting where conversation flows easily and people feel at ease.

Common phrases

  • accueil convivial

    warm welcome

  • lieu convivial

    welcoming place

Similar words

sympathique: Having a pleasant manner that makes others feel comfortable approaching.
amical: Expressing friendliness and goodwill in an attitude or relationship.
accueillant: Providing a warm, reassuring welcome to visitors.

Definition in French

Qui rend un lieu ou une situation agréable et propice aux échanges entre personnes.

Word origin

French convivial comes from Latin convivium, a shared meal or banquet, through Latin convivialis, meaning related to such gatherings.

Usage tips

  • The adjective agrees in gender and number, as in un quartier convivial, une ville conviviale, and des réunions conviviales.

Opposites

  • inhospitalierinhospitableadjective

Related words

  • convivialitéconvivialitynoun
  • convivialementin a friendly manneradverb

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