Splendide (en. Splendid)
[splɑ̃.diːd]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which impresses with its beauty and magnificence.
The landscape was splendid at sunset.
Le paysage était splendide au coucher du soleil.
Refers to something or someone that is exceptional.
She gave a splendid performance at the concert.
Elle a fait une prestation splendide au concert.
Refers to an event that is remarkable and memorable.
The birthday party was splendid.
La fête d'anniversaire était splendide.
Etymology
From Latin 'splendidus' meaning bright, luminous.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a splendid landscape
A landscape of exceptional beauty.
un paysage splendide
a splendid day
A day that is particularly pleasant.
une journée splendide
a splendid performance
A performance that impresses with its quality.
une performance splendide
Related Words
splendor
The quality of being splendid.
splendeur
brilliant
Reflecting light, of dazzling beauty.
brillant
marvelous
Which inspires wonder.
merveilleux
Slang Meanings
Awesome
This concert was awesome, truly splendid!
Ce concert était ouf, vraiment splendide !
Great
The restaurant was great, a splendid atmosphere.
Le resto était top, une ambiance splendide.