Sied (en. Suitable)

/sje/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To be appropriate, to fit someone or something.
This color looks good on you.
Cette couleur te sied bien.
To be in accordance with someone's tastes or style.
This clothing does not suit his image.
Ce vêtement ne sied pas à son image.
To highlight someone's qualities.
This makeup suits her perfectly.
Ce maquillage lui sied parfaitement.

Etymology

From Latin 'sedeo,' meaning 'I sit.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

it suits him perfectly
It looks very good on him.
cela lui sied à merveille
this style doesn't suit everyone
This style is not meant for everyone.
ce style ne sied pas à tout le monde

Related Words

to preside
To occupy a seat or a position.
siéger
I follow
Legal term or the act of following.
sui
sitting
Sitting position or formal meeting.
assise

Slang Meanings

When something fits really well or is on point.
This look suits you, you are on point!
Ce look te sied, tu es au top !
To feel comfortable in a situation.
The vibe here suits me, I feel good.
L'ambiance ici me sied, je me sens bien.