How to Say “Artistic” in French

artistique
/aʁ.tis.tik/
The French word for artistic is artistique.
artistique is an adjective used to describe someone or something that possesses creative skill.
Meaning: having creative skill (adj)

How does it change in a sentence?

The adjective artistique is the same for both masculine and feminine nouns. To form the plural, add an 's' to create artistiques.

How do you pronounce it?

The word is pronounced /aʁ.tis.tik/ and consists of three syllables.

Did you know?

  • Unlike English, where 'artistic' can be a general compliment, the phrase C'est très artistique can sometimes be used sarcastically in French to describe something messy or chaotic.
  • In French social contexts, calling someone an artiste can be a coded way of saying they are theatrical, dramatic or behave in an exaggerated manner.
  • French uses the adjective artistique to describe certain types of gymnastics, such as gymnastique artistique, which English translates as 'artistic gymnastics'.

Examples in context

  • En outre, elle a un sens artistique.
    In addition, she has an artistic flair.
    This sentence is useful for describing someone who has an artistic flair using artistique.
    Tatoeba #6388333 by nimfeo, translation #6082071 by carlosalberto
  • Je n'ai absolument aucun talent artistique.
    I have absolutely no artistic skills.
    This sentence is useful for stating a lack of artistic skills using artistique.
    Tatoeba #4993093 by franlexcois, translation #2358850 by CK
  • Il est attiré par tout ce qui est artistique.
    He has an affinity for all things artistic.
    This sentence is useful for expressing an affinity for things that are artistic using artistique.
    Tatoeba #10490717 by lbdx, translation #6907496 by swolesuki
  • C'est une exposition artistique
    It's an artistic exhibition.
  • Son travail est d'une grande beauté esthétique
    His/her work has great aesthetic beauty.
  • Elle est très créative
    She is very artistic.
  • La danse classique est très artistique.
    Classical dance is very artistic.
  • J'aime explorer mon côté créatif.
    I enjoy exploring my artistic side.
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Example conversation

Emma and Lucas are discussing a home decoration project.

  1. Emma

    Je veux un style plus artistique pour le salon.
    I want a more artistic style for the living room.
  2. Lucas

    C'est une bonne idée, Emma.
    That's a good idea, Emma.
  3. Emma

    Tu penses que Lucas est assez artistique pour nous aider ?
    Do you think Lucas is artistic enough to help us?
  4. Lucas

    Oui, je peux t'aider avec les couleurs.
    Yes, I can help you with the colors.

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