très impressionnant
The English phrase 'very impressive' is translated into French as très impressionnant.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of très (very) and impressionnant (impressive).
Which one should you use?
Extrêmement impressionnant(e) means 'extremely impressive', Vraiment impressionnant(e) means 'truly impressive' and Fort impressionnant(e) means 'strongly impressive'. Carrément impressionnant(e) can be used to mean 'totally impressive'.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. For a feminine singular noun, use très impressionnante. For a masculine plural noun, use très impressionnants and for a feminine plural noun, use très impressionnantes.
Did you know?
- In French, if something is so impressive that it causes a physical sensation, you might use the word époustouflant, which literally relates to being 'blown away' by a gust of wind.
- The word impressionnant shares a root with the world-famous 'Impressionism' art movement, which began in France during the 19th century.
- Be careful with the word impressionnant in certain contexts, as it can sometimes carry a nuance of being 'overwhelming' or 'intimidating' rather than just positive.
Examples in context
- Ton C.V. est très impressionnant.Your resume is very impressive.This sentence is useful for describing a resume using très impressionnant.Tatoeba #6452615 by Aiji, translation #3831393 by CK
- L'exposition fut très impressionnante.The exhibition was very impressive.This sentence is useful for describing an exhibition using très impressionnante.Tatoeba #1451401 by sacredceltic, translation #278987 by CK
- Je trouve votre travail très impressionnant.I find your work very impressive.This sentence is useful for expressing a personal opinion about work using très impressionnant.Tatoeba #9010393 by Aiji, translation #5074837 by AlanF_US
- Les performances de cette danseuse étaient très impressionnantes. J'étais ébloui(e) par son talent.The performance of that dancer was very impressive. I was dazzled by her talent.
- T'as vu ce film ? Il est carrément impressionnant !Have you seen this movie? It's totally impressive!
- Les découvertes récentes en science sont vraiment impressionnantes. Elles repoussent les limites de nos connaissances.Recent scientific discoveries are truly impressive. They push the boundaries of our knowledge.
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Example conversation
Chloé and Lucas are looking at a massive scale model of a city.
- ChloéRegarde cette maquette, Lucas !Look at this scale model, Lucas!
- LucasOui, c'est très impressionnant.Yes, it is very impressive.
- ChloéLe niveau de détail est incroyable.The level of detail is incredible.
- LucasChloé, je suis sans voix.Chloé, I am speechless.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
