Chic (en. Chic)

/ʃik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Fashionable, elegant.
She is wearing a really chic dress.
Elle porte une robe vraiment chic.
That expresses a certain class or distinction.
This restaurant is very chic.
Ce restaurant est très chic.
Used to describe a refined style.
His apartment is chicly decorated.
Son appartement est décoré de manière chic.

Etymology

Of French origin, the word chic was integrated into the English language in the 19th century.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have chic
To be elegant or fashionable.
avoir du chic
a chic look
An elegant appearance.
un look chic
to live chic
To have an elegant lifestyle.
vivre chic

Related Words

chic style
A fashionable and elegant style.
chic style
chic and shock
Which combines elegance and impact.
chic et choc

Slang Meanings

Trendy
This café is really chic right now.
Ce café est vraiment chic en ce moment.
Stylish
This pair of shoes is very chic.
Cette paire de chaussures est très chic.