French Conversation · Level 30
89 words
French word
superbe
Pronunciation
IPA/sypɛʁb/
Meaning
- adjectivewonderful
Example
C'est une superbe journée.
It's a wonderful day.
More examples
Nous avons passé une superbe soirée.
We spent a superb evening.
Core concept
An elegant result that rises clearly above ordinary standards in appearance or craftsmanship.
Common phrases
une superbe journée
a superb day
une superbe soirée
a superb evening
une superbe idée
a superb idea
Similar words
beau: Beautiful and attractive in appearance or form.
joli: Pretty and charming, with pleasing shapes or colors.
super: Exceptionally good and a source of strong enjoyment or satisfaction.
magnifique: Grand and splendid in appearance, making a powerful impression.
Definition in French
Qui dépasse l'ordinaire par son aspect, son élégance ou la perfection apparente de son exécution.
Word origin
Latin superbus originally expressed pride or haughtiness, and its descendant superbe came to describe things that display exceptional splendour, elegance, or apparent perfection.
Usage tips
- Superbe agrees in gender and number with a noun, giving forms such as superbe and superbes but no separate feminine ending.