ok cool
The English phrase "ok cool" can be expressed in French as ok cool.
In French, ok cool is used to signal that you have understood a piece of information or that you agree with a plan without much enthusiasm. It is an informal expression used to show agreement or to indicate that a suggestion is acceptable.
Which one should you use?
While ok cool is a direct way to agree, you might also use the informal phrase Ça marche to mean "that works" or to convey that something is fine, acceptable or good. If you want to express that there is "no problem" or "no worries," you can use the informal phrase Pas de souci.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The phrase ok cool is highly informal. It is primarily used in casual spoken French or text messaging among peers.
Did you know?
- While cool is used for agreement, the French word frais also means 'cool' in temperature but cannot be used to mean 'trendy' or 'okay'.
- If you use ok cool with an older French speaker, they might perceive it as a sign of 'désinvolture', or a lack of seriousness and respect, due to its extremely casual nature.
- In France, the word cool is often used as a personality trait to describe someone who is laid-back or easy-going, rather than just a reaction to a plan.
Examples in context
- Ok cool, on se voit demain.Ok cool, see you tomorrow.
- Ok cool, je passe te chercher à huit heures.Ok cool, I'll pick you up at eight.
- Ok cool, l'idée est excellente.Ok cool, that's a great idea.
Example conversation
Léa and Nathan are discussing plans for the weekend.
- LéaOn va au cinéma samedi soir ?Shall we go to the cinema on Saturday night?
- NathanOk cool, ça me va parfaitement.Ok cool, that works perfectly for me.
- LéaJe réserve les billets alors.I'll book the tickets then.
- NathanSuper, merci Léa !Great, thanks Léa!
