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    Étonnant (en. Amazing)

    /e.tɔ.nɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That provokes astonishment, surprising.
    His talent is truly astonishing.
    Son talent est vraiment étonnant.
    That exceeds expectations or standards.
    The results of the experiment are astonishing.
    Les résultats de l'expérience sont étonnants.
    That elicits admiration or disbelief.
    It’s astonishing to see how much he has improved his level.
    C'est étonnant de voir combien il a amélioré son niveau.

    Etymology

    From the verb “étonner,” derived from the Latin 'extonare' meaning 'to thunder from afar.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    it's astonishing
    It is pleasantly surprising.
    c'est étonnant
    astonishing like that
    In a way that astonishes.
    étonnant comme cela
    astonishing choice
    A decision that surprises everyone.
    choix étonnant

    Related Words

    to amaze
    To create astonishment.
    étonner
    astonishment
    A state of great surprise.
    étonnement
    to oversize
    To make something appear more important than it is.
    surdimensionner

    Slang Meanings

    Impressive or surprising to an extent that it becomes almost unbelievable.
    That movie was astonishing, I didn't expect it at all!
    Ce film était étonnant, je ne m'y attendais pas du tout!
    Used to express positive astonishment in unexpected situations.
    It was astonishing to see so many people gathered.
    C'était étonnant de voir tant de gens réunis.