tellement chic
The English phrase "so chic" is translated into French as tellement chic.
The phrase is used to describe someone or something that is very stylish and elegant.
What does it mean word for word?
The word tellement means "so" or "so much", and chic means "stylish" or "elegant".
Which one should you use?
While tellement chic is a standard way to express the idea, si chic is a common alternative that carries the same meaning.
How does it change in a sentence?
When used as an adverbial intensifier for the adjective chic, the phrase tellement chic is invariable in both gender and number.
Did you know?
- French speakers often use chic to describe a person's generous or noble behavior, rather than just their clothes.
- Despite its French appearance, the word chic likely originated from the German word 'Schick', which refers to a tasteful presentation.
- While chic usually means elegant, in some informal contexts it can describe something that is cleverly designed or a 'smart' solution.
Examples in context
- La robe que vous portez ce soir est tellement chic!The dress you're wearing tonight is so chic!
- Votre style est vraiment élégant.Your style is truly elegant.
- Ta tenue est super branchée aujourd'hui!Your outfit is so chic today!
- Ton look est ultra stylé, j'adore!Your look is so chic, I love it!
- Ta nouvelle robe est tellement chic.Your new dress is so chic.
- Ce restaurant est tellement chic.This restaurant is so chic.
- Il porte un manteau tellement chic.He is wearing a very chic coat.
Example conversation
Gabriel and Emma are walking through a high-end shopping district.
- GabrielRegarde cette boutique, elle est tellement chic.Look at this shop, it is so chic.
- EmmaOui, les vitrines sont magnifiques.Yes, the window displays are magnificent.
- GabrielEmma, ce sac serait tellement chic sur toi.Emma, this bag would be so chic on you.
- EmmaC'est vrai, il est très élégant.It's true, it is very elegant.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries chic, tellement, CC BY-SA 4.0.
