Mignons (en. Cute)

/miɲɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Inspiring affection, tenderness
This little cat is really cute.
Ce petit chat est vraiment mignon.
Charming or attractive
She had a cute smile.
Elle avait un sourire mignon.

Etymology

From old French 'mignot', a diminutive of 'mignon', meaning 'small, dear'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cuties
People or things considered adorable.
des mignons
to be as cute as a button
To be extremely adorable.
être mignon comme tout
a cute couple
A couple that seems very endearing together.
un couple mignon

Related Words

mignonne
The feminine form of mignon.
mignonne
mignard
Delicate and sweet.
mignard
mignonnet
A diminutive of mignon, used to designate a small and cute person or thing.
mignonnet

Slang Meanings

Cute as a little cake
He has a cute little look like a little cake.
Il a un petit air mignon comme un petit gâteau.
Cute enough to eat
This dress is cute enough to eat!
Cette robe est mignonne à croquer!