glamour
/ɡla.muʁ/
The French word for glamorous is glamour.
While glamour is used to denote having glamour or being stylish, there are several other ways to express different nuances of the concept. You might use Élégant(e) to describe someone or something in a classy manner, Envoûtant(e) to describe a person or object with an enchanting, irresistible charm or Chic to describe someone who is glamorous in a trendy, fashionable way. If you wish to describe something as stunningly glamorous in an informal setting, you can use Superbe.
Meaning: Having glamour, stylish (adj)
Which one should you use?
The term Canon is a slang word specifically used to describe someone as being hot or gorgeous, whereas the other terms are more general descriptions of style or charm.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /ɡla.muʁ/ and has two syllables.
Did you know?
- If you want to say someone is 'hot' in a very informal, slangy way, you can call them canon.
- Using the word glamour in French often refers specifically to the artificial, high-luxury aesthetic of old Hollywood rather than natural elegance.
- In French, the word chic is so powerful that it can function as a noun to describe a person's entire vibe. You might say someone has le chic rather than just saying they are 'chic'.
Examples in context
- Elle était radieuse dans sa robe de soiréeShe looked radiant in her evening gown
- Elle était tellement canon dans cette tenue !She looked so glamorous in that outfit!
- Tu étais superbe hier soir !You looked stunning last night!
- Elle porte un look très glamour.She is wearing a very glamorous look.
- Ce monde est vraiment glamour.This world is truly glamorous.
- Il a une vie glamour à Paris.He has a glamorous life in Paris.
Example conversation
Nathan and Léa are discussing a fashion magazine.
- NathanTu trouves ce magazine glamour ?Do you find this magazine glamorous?
- LéaOui, les photos sont très glamour.Yes, the photos are very glamorous.
- NathanLéa, tu es très glamour ce soir.Léa, you are very glamorous tonight.
- LéaMerci, c'est très gentil de ta part.Thank you, that is very kind of you.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “glamorous” translations and entries glamour, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
