French Conversation · Level 49
75 words
French word
majestueux
Pronunciation
IPA/maʒɛstɥø/
Meaning
- adjectivemajestic
Example
Il a un air majestueux.
He has a majestic air.
More examples
Après son succès, il se sent majestueux.
After his success, he feels majestic.
Core concept
A grand presence or scene that makes observers look up in admiration.
Common phrases
avoir l'air majestueux
look majestic
se sentir majestueux
feel majestic
Similar words
beau: Visually appealing and well-proportioned.
imposant: Striking because of great size or substantial presence.
superbe: Remarkable and admirable in quality or appearance.
impressionnant: Powerfully affecting and likely to leave a deep impression.
Definition in French
Qui inspire la grandeur, la dignité ou l'admiration par son allure, son aspect ou son comportement.
Word origin
French majestueux was formed from majesté with the adjective suffix -eux; majesté ultimately comes from Latin maiestas, meaning greatness.
Usage tips
- The feminine form is majestueuse, and the final x in masculine majestueux is silent.