Meilleure (en. Best)
/mɛ.jœʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which surpasses all others in quality or excellence.
It's the best solution to this problem.
C'est la meilleure solution à ce problème.
Used to express a preference for something.
She is the best student in the class.
Elle est la meilleure élève de la classe.
In the realm of taste, evoking something more savory.
This dish is better than yesterday's.
Ce plat est meilleur que celui d'hier.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'melior', meaning 'better'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the best friend
The closest and most trustworthy person.
la meilleure amie
the best in the world
The one who is judged to be the most excellent in their field.
le meilleur du monde
best way
The most effective method to accomplish something.
meilleure façon
Related Words
better
Term used to indicate a degree of improvement.
mieux
better
Masculine form of 'better', also meaning superior.
meilleur
best choice
The most optimal or preferred selection.
meilleur choix
Slang Meanings
Great
This movie was great, honestly, it's the best!
Ce film était super, franchement, c'est la meilleure!
Top
Honestly, this restaurant is top, it's the best cuisine I've ever tasted.
Franchement, ce resto est top, c'est la meilleure cuisine que j'ai jamais goûtée.
On top
Her album is top, it's the best music.
Son album est au top, c'est de la meilleure musique.