c'est amusant
The English phrase "it is fun" is translated into French as c'est amusant.
This phrase is used to describe an activity or experience that provides enjoyment or amusement. Depending on the context, c'est amusant can also carry the nuance of "it is amusing" or "it is funny".
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of ce (it/this), est (is) and amusant (amusing/fun).
Which one should you use?
While c'est amusant is a common way to say "it is fun", other forms offer different nuances. For example, c'est marrant, c'est rigolo and c'est chouette are used in casual settings, whereas C'est divertissant is a more refined version.
How does it change in a sentence?
When using this phrase to describe an action, follow it with the preposition de and an infinitive verb, following the pattern c'est amusant de [infinitive].
Did you know?
- The word chouette used in the expression c'est chouette literally translates to 'little owl', which is a strange way to describe something as 'great' or 'fun'.
- In many French-speaking regions, particularly in Quebec, you might hear the word l'fun used in expressions like c'est l'fun, which treats the noun as an adjective in a way that is strictly forbidden in standard French.
- The casual term c'est marrant can sometimes be used sarcastically to mean 'that is ironic' or 'how strange', rather than actually being fun.
Examples in context
- C'est amusant de jouer aux cartes.It is fun to play cards.This sentence shows how to use c'est amusant to describe the action of playing cards.Tatoeba #341349 by sysko, translation #36911 by CC
- C'est amusant de jouer au baseball.It is fun to play baseball.This sentence shows how to use c'est amusant to describe the action of playing baseball.Tatoeba #8703563 by Julien_PDC, translation #50500 by CK
- C'est amusant de découvrir la culture française à travers sa cuisine.It is fun to explore French culture through its cuisine.
- Regarder des comédies françaises, c'est marrant.Watching French comedies is fun.
- C'est amusant de visiter ce parc.It is fun to visit this park.
Example conversation
Emma and Lucas are talking about a new board game.
- EmmaTu aimes ce nouveau jeu ?Do you like this new game?
- LucasOui, c'est amusant !Yes, it is fun!
- EmmaLucas, tu veux rejouer ?Lucas, do you want to play again?
- LucasAvec plaisir, Emma.With pleasure, Emma.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
