S'amuse (en. Has fun)
/s‿a.my.z/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To entertain oneself and experience pleasure.
The children are having fun at the park.
Les enfants s'amusent au parc.
To participate in a playful activity.
We all had fun at the party.
Nous nous sommes tous amusés à la fête.
To spend good times in the company of others.
She has a lot of fun with her friends.
Elle s'amuse beaucoup avec ses amis.
To do something in a light and pleasant manner.
He enjoys playing guitar.
Il s'amuse à jouer de la guitare.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'amuser', originating from the Latin 'ad + musare', meaning 'to make a fun movement'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have a blast
To have a great time.
s'amuser comme un fou
to amuse oneself by doing something
To take pleasure in carrying out an activity.
s'amuse à faire quelque chose
to have fun at someone else's expense
To make fun of someone while having fun.
s'amuser à ses dépens
Related Words
funny
That which causes pleasure or laughter.
amusant
amused
Feeling pleasure or entertainment.
amusé
trivial fun
A small distraction or light entertainment.
amusette
Slang Meanings
To have a blast.
We had a blast at the party!
On s'est éclatés à la soirée!
To dig it.
I'm really digging this concert, we’re having fun!
Je kiffe trop ce concert, on s'amuse!