French Conversation · Level 34
75 words
French word
génie
Pronunciation
IPA/ʒeni/
Meaning
- masculine noungenius
Example
C'est un génie en maths.
He's a math genius.
More examples
Elle est un génie pour résoudre ces problèmes.
She is a genius at solving these problems.
Core concept
An unusual inner force that makes a person excel in a particular field.
Common phrases
être un génie
be a genius
un génie en maths
a genius in mathematics
avoir du génie
have great talent
Similar words
talent: A person with outstanding ability, whether natural or developed through effort.
esprit: Intellectual ability, especially quick wit and power of thought.
ingéniosité: Creative resourcefulness used to handle things skillfully.
as: A person exceptionally skilled or capable in a particular field.
Definition in French
Disposition naturelle exceptionnelle pour une activité; personne qui montre une capacité remarquable dans un domaine.
Word origin
French génie comes from Latin genius, a guardian spirit or inborn disposition, whose later sense of exceptional talent developed in French.
Usage tips
- Génie is masculine in the standard noun phrase un génie, including when it refers to a woman.