D'enfer (en. Hell)
[dɑ̃.fɛʁ]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Qualifies something extraordinary, very good.
This movie was amazing!
Ce film était d'enfer !
Used to describe an intense or difficult situation.
The climb was intense.
La montée était d'enfer.
Can also refer to an energetic or festive atmosphere.
The evening was incredible.
La soirée était d'enfer.
Etymology
Expression derived from the word 'enfer', used in a figurative sense to express intensity or exceptional quality.
Common Phrases and Expressions
an amazing concert
An exceptionally good concert.
un concert d'enfer
an incredible weekend
A very pleasant weekend filled with activities.
un week-end d'enfer
Related Words
hell
A place traditionally associated with suffering in theology.
enfer
demonic
Evoking or representing a demon.
démoniaque
Slang Meanings
Something that is really awesome.
This club is amazing!
Ce club est d'enfer!
A difficult but exciting situation.
It was an incredible match.
C’était un match d’enfer.