French Conversation · Level 34
75 words
French word
festif
Pronunciation
IPA/fɛstif/
Meaning
- adjectivefestive
Example
Nous avons préparé un dîner festif pour son anniversaire.
For his birthday, we prepared a festive dinner.
More examples
La ville organise un événement festif ce week-end.
The city is organizing a festive event this weekend.
Core concept
A special gathering whose food, decorations, or mood make it feel like a celebration.
Common phrases
dîner festif
festive dinner
repas festif
festive meal
événement festif
festive event
Similar words
convivial: Warm and sociable, encouraging easy conversation and shared enjoyment.
animé: Full of lively activity, animated conversation, and energetic movement.
Definition in French
Relatif à une fête ou à une atmosphère joyeuse et animée.
Word origin
French festif is a learned form from Latin festivus, which is related to festum, meaning a festival or feast.
Usage tips
- Festif usually describes a celebratory atmosphere or character, while animé more broadly means lively and need not involve a celebration.