magnifique
/ma.ɲi.fik/
The English word "magnificent" is translated into French as magnifique.
magnifique is used to describe something that is grand, elegant or splendid in appearance.
Meaning: grand, elegant or splendid in appearance (adj)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Quebec, Canada, the word formidable is used as a regional variation for magnifique.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective magnifique is invariable in gender, so it remains the same whether describing a masculine or feminine noun. To make the adjective plural, add an 's' to the end to form magnifiques.
How do you pronounce it?
/ma.ɲi.fik/
Did you know?
- While magnifique describes something splendid, the word formidable in France often means 'frightening' or 'terrible', whereas in Quebec it is a synonym for 'magnificent'.
- The word magnifique shares its root with the French word magnat, which refers to a powerful business tycoon or 'magnate'.
- In high-fashion contexts, magnifique is used not only for the garment but also for the 'allure', which is a specific French concept of elegance and charisma that has no direct English translation.
Examples in context
- Tom a l'air magnifique.Tom looks magnificent.This sentence is useful for describing how someone looks using magnifique.Tatoeba #9478089 by Micsmithel, translation #2237293 by CK
- La France est magnifique.France is magnificent.This sentence is useful for describing a country using magnifique.Tatoeba #9353764 by Julien_PDC, translation #11789982 by shekitten
- Le temps était magnifique.The weather was magnificent.This sentence is useful for describing the weather using magnifique.Tatoeba #375955 by zmoo, translation #660373 by sundown
- C'est un spectacle magnifiqueIt is a magnificent show
- une œuvre grandioseA magnificent work
- un exploit admirableA magnificent feat
- un coucher de soleil superbeA magnificent sunset
- Son talent est époustouflantHis talent is magnificent
- C'est une pièce splendideIt is a magnificent play
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Example conversation
Lucas and Emma are visiting an art gallery.
- LucasCe tableau est magnifique.This painting is magnificent.
- EmmaOui, il est vraiment splendide.Yes, it is truly splendid.
- LucasEmma, regarde cette sculpture.Emma, look at this sculpture.
- EmmaElle est magnifique !It is magnificent!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “magnificent” translations and entries magnifique, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
