absolument incroyable
The English phrase "absolutely amazing" is translated into French as absolument incroyable.
This phrase is used to describe something that is extremely impressive or surprising. While the word incroyable literally translates to "incredible," it serves as the most natural way to express "amazing" when using this high-intensity expression.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the adverb absolument (absolutely) and the adjective incroyable (incredible).
Which one should you use?
In more casual settings, you might use the alternative absolument génial to mean "absolutely great" or "absolutely awesome."
Is it said differently in some regions?
The term génial is widely used in both France and Canada.
How does it change in a sentence?
Because incroyable is an adjective, it must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies.
Did you know?
- If you want to express that something is 'absolutely amazing' in a very slang-heavy, youthful way in France, you might skip these words entirely and just say C'est un truc de ouf.
- In France, people may use the word nickel to express that something is 'absolutely amazing' or perfect. This refers to the bright shine of newly polished nickel metal.
- Depending on the tone of voice, incroyable can shift from meaning 'amazing' to meaning 'outrageous' or 'shocking'. A skeptical inflection changes the phrase from a compliment to a criticism.
Examples in context
- Sa technique était unique et absolument incroyable.His technique was unique and absolutely amazing.This sentence is useful for describing a unique technique using absolument incroyable.Tatoeba #820400 by sacredceltic, translation #285868 by CK
- C'était absolument incroyable.It was absolutely amazing.This sentence is useful for using absolument incroyable to describe a general experience.Tatoeba #7960317 by Micsmithel, translation #3724090 by CM
- C'est vraiment extraordinaire!It's truly extraordinary!
- C'était un concert sensationnel!It was a sensational concert!
- La vue depuis cette montagne est époustouflante!The view from this mountain is mind-blowing!
- C'est génial!It's great!
- La performance était absolument incroyable!The performance was absolutely incredible!
- Les effets spéciaux étaient incroyables!The special effects were incredible!
- Le spectacle de ce soir était absolument incroyable.Tonight's show was absolutely amazing.
Example conversation
Hugo and Chloé are discussing a recent concert they attended.
- HugoTu as aimé le concert hier ?Did you like the concert yesterday?
- ChloéOui, c'était absolument incroyable !Yes, it was absolutely amazing!
- HugoJe suis d'accord, la musique était géniale.I agree, the music was great.
- ChloéL'ambiance était aussi très réussie.The atmosphere was also very successful.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
