Jolies (en. Pretty)

/ʒo.li/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Pleasing by its appearance, attractive.
The pretty flowers in the garden attract bees.
Les jolies fleurs dans le jardin attirent les abeilles.
Pleasant to look at.
She is wearing a pretty dress for the party.
Elle porte une robe jolies pour la fête.
Mention of a small area or charming little thing.
This little café has a pretty atmosphere.
Ce petit café a une ambiance jolies.

Etymology

Derived from old French 'jolif', meaning pleasant or enjoyable.

Common Phrases and Expressions

it’s pretty as anything
it’s really beautiful and pleasant to see.
c'est joli comme tout
pretty things
pleasant and aesthetic objects or fabrics.
jolies choses
to have a pretty smile
your smile is very attractive.
avoir un sourire joli

Related Words

pretty
masculine singular form.
joli
pretty
feminine singular form.
jolie
prettily
adverb, meaning in a pleasant manner.
joliement

Slang Meanings

Charming or attractive.
This guy is really pretty.
Ce gars est vraiment joli.
Chic or fashionable.
Those clothes are pretty!
Ces vêtements sont jolies!