plus content
The English phrase "gladder" is translated into French as plus content.
The phrase plus content is the comparative form of glad. It is used to describe feeling more happy or pleased than before or than someone else.
Did you know?
- The French word content comes from the Latin contentus, which literally means 'contained' or 'held together'.
- In some contexts, saying je suis content can sound like a child expressing joy, leading adults to use je suis ravi to sound more mature.
- If you are describing a woman who is 'gladder', you must change the spelling of the adjective to plus contente to match the gender.
Examples in context
- Je suis super content que tu sois là.I am really glad you are here.
Example conversation
Manon and Lucas are discussing their new jobs.
- ManonTu aimes ton nouveau travail, Lucas ?Do you like your new job, Lucas?
- LucasOui, je suis beaucoup plus content ici.Yes, I am much gladder here.
- ManonC'est super pour toi !That's great for you!
- LucasMerci, Manon.Thank you, Manon.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries content, plus, CC BY-SA 4.0.
