M'amuse (en. Amuses me)

/mamyz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To feel joy or pleasure while doing an activity.
I have a lot of fun playing guitar.
Je m'amuse beaucoup à jouer de la guitare.
To entertain oneself or find something interesting.
The children are having fun at the park.
Les enfants s'amusent au parc.
To be engaged in something pleasant.
She is having fun with her friends at the party.
Elle s'amuse avec ses amis lors de la fête.

Etymology

Contraction of 'me amuse', originating from the verb 'amuser' which derives from the Latin 'admūzare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have fun like crazy
To be very happy and have a lot of fun.
s'amuser comme un fou
to enjoy doing something
To take pleasure in doing an activity.
s'amuser à faire quelque chose
to amuse myself at my own expense
To find humor in an embarrassing situation for oneself.
m'amuser à mes dépens

Related Words

funny
That which provides amusement, that is entertaining.
amusant
amusement
State of pleasure or enthusiasm, often involving entertainment.
amusement
entertainment
Activity that brings pleasure or leisure.
divertissement

Slang Meanings

To have a blast
We had a blast at the party, it was great!
On s'est éclaté à la soirée, c'était génial!
To clown around
He likes to clown around to amuse me.
Il aime faire le clown pour m'amuser.