Charmantes (en. Charming)

/ʃaʁ.mɑ̃t/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
That has an appealing or attractive quality.
The charming streets of Paris attract many tourists.
Les charmantes ruelles de Paris attirent de nombreux touristes.
That is nice and pleasant.
She has a charming smile that brightens her face.
Elle a un sourire charmant qui illumine sa face.
That is enchanting and captivating.
This book is filled with charming stories.
Ce livre est rempli de récits charmants.

Etymology

From the word 'charming', derived from the Latin 'carmen' which means 'song'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a charming woman
a seductive and pleasant woman.
une femme charmante
a charming place
a nice place full of charm.
un lieu charmant
charming words
words that seduce or please.
des mots charmants

Related Words

charm
attribute that pleases or seduces.
charme
enchantment
sensation of admiration and intense pleasure.
enchantement
seduction
action of seducing or captivating.
séduction

Slang Meanings

A very attractive person.
She is so charming that all eyes are on her.
Elle est tellement charmante que tous les regards sont tournés vers elle.
A pleasant event or moment.
That evening was charming, we had a good time.
Cette soirée était charmante, on a passé un bon moment.