Ravis (en. Delighted)

/ʁa.vi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Satisfied or happy about something.
I am delighted to see you today.
Je suis ravi de vous voir aujourd'hui.
Experiencing great pleasure or immense joy.
They were delighted by the show.
Ils étaient ravis par le spectacle.
Showing great joy.
She has a delighted smile.
Elle a un sourire ravi.

Etymology

From the verb 'ravir', derived from the Latin 'rapere' which means to carry away.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be delighted
to be very happy or satisfied
être ravi
to delight someone
to give great pleasure to someone
ravir quelqu'un
delighted to meet you
happy to make your acquaintance
ravis de vous rencontrer

Related Words

delight
State of being overwhelmed with joy.
ravissement
to delight
To carry away or seduce with extreme charm.
ravir
delightful
That provokes great admiration or joy.
ravissant

Slang Meanings

Extremely happy
I am delighted, it's a real thrill!
Je suis ravi, c'est un vrai kiff !
So good
It was so good, I was delighted!
C'était trop bien, j'étais ravi !