Adorable (en. Adorable)

/a.dɔ.ʁabl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
That which inspires affection or admiration.
The puppy is so adorable that we can't help but cuddle it.
Le chiot est tellement adorable qu'on ne peut s'empêcher de le câliner.
Charming, appealing through its sweetness or beauty.
This dress is adorable, it looks great on you.
Cette robe est adorable, elle te va très bien.
Evokes a touching or cute quality.
She has an adorable smile that lights up the room.
Elle a un sourire adorable qui illumine la pièce.

Etymology

From Old French 'adorable', deriving from the verb 'adorer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

adorable as anything
Refers to something or someone extremely cute or endearing.
adorable comme tout
adorable little creature
Used to describe a particularly endearing animal or child.
adorable petite créature

Related Words

adoration
Expression of great love or veneration.
adoration
to adore
To love deeply, to worship.
adorer

Slang Meanings

To describe something very cute in a friendly context.
This dress is too adorable!
Ce dress est trop adorable !
Used to express affection towards pets.
Look at this cat, it's really adorable!
Regarde ce chat, il est vraiment adorable !