Plaisante (en. Joking)
/plɛ.zɑ̃t/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Something that provokes laughter or pleasure.
This joke is really pleasant.
Cette blague est vraiment plaisante.
That is pleasing or enjoyable.
The company of my friends is always pleasant.
La compagnie de mes amis est toujours plaisante.
Evoking a joyful atmosphere.
The party had a pleasant atmosphere.
La fête avait une ambiance plaisante.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'please' with the suffix '-ant'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a pleasant surprise
an enjoyable and unexpected surprise.
une plaisante surprise
to joke with someone
to make jokes or tell jokes with a person.
plaisanter avec quelqu'un
to have a pleasant evening
to spend an enjoyable and entertaining evening.
avoir une plaisante soirée
Related Words
pleasure
Emotion or pleasant feeling.
plaisir
joker
A person who makes jokes.
plaisanteur
pleasure
Pleasure, enjoyment, satisfaction.
plaisance
Slang Meanings
Extremely pleasant
This series is extremely pleasant; I can't stop laughing.
Cette série est plaisante à l'extrême, je ne peux pas m'arrêter de rire.
It's pleasant
This little café is really pleasant for chatting with friends.
Ce petit café est vraiment plaisant pour discuter entre amis.