Jolis (en. Pretty)

/ʒo.li/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Having an attractive and appealing appearance.
These flowers are truly pretty.
Ces fleurs sont vraiment jolies.
Which is charming or alluring.
She was wearing a pretty dress.
Elle portait une robe jolie.
Well-made, neat in appearance.
This piece of jewelry is very pretty.
Ce bijou est très joli.

Etymology

From Latin 'jucundus', which means 'pleasant'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a pretty face
To be beautiful or pleasant to look at.
avoir une jolie tête
to make it pretty
To present oneself in an attractive light.
faire joli

Related Words

pretty
Feminine form of pretty, which denotes something beautiful.
jolie
prettily
Adverb meaning in a pretty manner.
joliment

Slang Meanings

Very beautiful, extremely pleasing.
This car is really pretty!
Cette voiture est vraiment jolie !
Nice, pleasant, suitable.
This café is a pretty place to relax.
Ce café est un endroit joli pour se détendre.